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P166 DWN

1997 Ducati 750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,128 mi
Last recorded27,128 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Ducati 75014,831 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 DWN
MakeDucati
Model750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 27,128 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 26,980 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 26,703 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 26,703 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 26,532 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 26,532 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 26,318 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 26,131 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2018 26,131 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2016 26,092 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 26,092 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2015 26,064 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 26,064 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 25,881 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 25,768 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 25,768 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 25,739 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2010 25,689 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 25,628 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 25,188 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 25,168 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 750?

Based on 8,274 MOT tests across 1,055 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
1,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 108
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 52
Headlamp aim too low 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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P166 DWN is a 1997 Ducati 750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 14,831 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 750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P166 DWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P166 DWN registered?

P166 DWN is a 1997 Ducati 750, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P166 DWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P166 DWN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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