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N505 COF

1996 Ducati M750

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

8,635 mi
Last recorded8,635 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Ducati M75015,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN505 COF
MakeDucati
ModelM750
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 8,635 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 8,609 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 8,479 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2025 8,479 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 8,343 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 8,066 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 7,769 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 7,656 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 7,646 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 7,646 miles

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 7,565 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 7,536 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 6,970 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 6,438 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 6,432 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2010 5,855 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 5,101 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 5,101 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 4,975 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 4,874 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 4,629 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 4,629 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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N505 COF is a 1996 Ducati M750 in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1996 Ducati M750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 15,437 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N505 COF, 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 30 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 N505 COF registered?

N505 COF is a 1996 Ducati M750, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N505 COF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N505 COF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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