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P748 MCR

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,203 mi
Last recorded7,203 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP748 MCR
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 7,203 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 7,075 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 7,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 6,640 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 6,492 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 6,294 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,908 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 5,769 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 5,769 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 5,256 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 5,210 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

gear linkage rod locknut loose

Pass 30 Jul 2011 5,158 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 5,158 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 4,978 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 4,860 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 4,624 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 4,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2006 4,104 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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P748 MCR is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P748 MCR, 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 P748 MCR registered?

P748 MCR is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P748 MCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P748 MCR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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