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P728 DSS

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

10,404 mi
Last recorded10,404 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP728 DSS
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2024 10,404 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 10,186 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 30,064 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 29,801 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 29,023 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 28,529 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 27,939 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 27,939 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 26,355 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 25,716 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 25,282 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 24,398 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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P728 DSS 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 P728 DSS, 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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P728 DSS is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P728 DSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P728 DSS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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