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P174 GBW

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

21,223 mi
Last recorded21,223 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 GBW
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 21,223 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 21,159 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 21,056 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 20,998 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 20,998 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2021 20,959 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 20,749 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 19,751 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 19,064 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 18,362 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 17,900 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 17,490 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 16,696 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,630 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 14,526 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 1,360 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 1,270 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 11,253 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 8,590 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 8,590 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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P174 GBW is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 17,768 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 P174 GBW, 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 29 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 P174 GBW registered?

P174 GBW is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P174 GBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P174 GBW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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