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M40 BDG

1998 Ducati M750

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,704 mi
Last recorded5,704 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati M75013,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 BDG
MakeDucati
ModelM750
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 5,704 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 5,636 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 5,609 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 5,565 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 5,499 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2020 5,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 5,387 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 5,348 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 5,304 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 5,272 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 5,236 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 5,208 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 5,079 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 5,052 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 4,976 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 4,969 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 4,925 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 4,802 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 4,795 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2007 4,650 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2005 4,650 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati M750?

Based on 4,105 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
502
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
reflector on motorcycle missing 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 19
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M40 BDG is a 1998 Ducati M750 in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Ducati M750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 13,045 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati M750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M40 BDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M750 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati M750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M40 BDG registered?

M40 BDG is a 1998 Ducati M750, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is M40 BDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 BDG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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