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OU51 VWF

2001 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,565 mi
Last recorded19,565 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Ducati 74813,080 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 VWF
MakeDucati
Model748
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 19,565 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 19,185 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 18,450 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 17,847 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 16,757 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 16,757 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 13,985 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 13,985 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 12,543 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 12,495 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 12,487 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 12,487 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 12,479 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 12,322 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 12,322 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 May 2012 12,189 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 11,811 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 6 May 2010 10,770 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 10,150 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 8,685 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 7,470 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 7,017 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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OU51 VWF is a 2001 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 13,080 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 748 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU51 VWF, 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 25 years old, this Ducati 748 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU51 VWF registered?

OU51 VWF is a 2001 Ducati 748, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is OU51 VWF safe to buy?

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