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P29 WAP

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,799 mi
Last recorded19,799 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP29 WAP
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 19,799 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 19,794 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 19,770 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 19,698 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 19,610 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 19,320 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 19,314 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Upper Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2016 19,283 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 19,090 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 18,908 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 18,538 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 18,461 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 18,344 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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P29 WAP is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P29 WAP, 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

How do I check the history of P29 WAP?

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What year was P29 WAP registered?

P29 WAP is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P29 WAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P29 WAP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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