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P73 GRB

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,159 mi
Last recorded37,159 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP73 GRB
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 37,159 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2026 37,159 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 36,319 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 33,758 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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P73 GRB is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P73 GRB, 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 P73 GRB registered?

P73 GRB is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P73 GRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P73 GRB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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