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P4 ERV

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,834 mi
Last recorded18,834 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 ERV
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 18,834 miles

Rear Mudguard damaged

Pass 24 May 2017 18,599 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 18,450 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 18,317 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 18,108 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 6 Jul 2011 17,614 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 17,059 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 17,059 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 May 2009 16,981 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 16,216 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 15,686 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 14,399 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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P4 ERV is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P4 ERV, 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.

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What year was P4 ERV registered?

P4 ERV is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P4 ERV safe to buy?

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