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M15 GVY

1998 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 854cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,028 mi
Last recorded31,028 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM15 GVY
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine854cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 31,028 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 30,880 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 30,775 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 30,295 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 30,295 miles

Rear Footrest missing both sides (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 May 2015 30,048 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 29,902 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 29,328 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 28,669 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 27,381 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 24,902 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 24,902 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 22,816 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 21,581 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 19,527 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 748?

Based on 29,046 MOT tests across 3,162 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
384
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 327
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 313
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 128
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 125
Footrest missing 122
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M15 GVY is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Red with a 854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 15,979 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 748 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M15 GVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 748 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati 748 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M15 GVY?

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What year was M15 GVY registered?

M15 GVY is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is M15 GVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M15 GVY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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