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P393 BPJ

1997 Ducati 750SS

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,663 mi
Last recorded63,663 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Ducati 750SS16,289 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP393 BPJ
MakeDucati
Model750SS
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2013 63,663 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 1 May 2013 63,641 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Apr 2013 63,563 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2012 61,582 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 56,624 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 52,310 miles

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

rear drive chain oversized for sprockets fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2010 52,290 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

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

rear drive chain appears to be incorrect fitment on sprocket

speedo drive casing damaged

Pass 12 Jan 2009 46,945 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 41,886 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 5 Dec 2007 41,886 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 36,957 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 30,404 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 750SS?

Based on 997 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
331
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Direction indicator not working 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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P393 BPJ is a 1997 Ducati 750SS in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 750SS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,289 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 750SS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P393 BPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 750SS typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 750SS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P393 BPJ registered?

P393 BPJ is a 1997 Ducati 750SS, first registered on 19 February 1997.

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