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P942 TNV

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

35,262 mi
Last recorded35,262 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP942 TNV
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 35,262 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2025 35,252 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 35,056 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 34,955 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 34,477 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 34,110 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 33,629 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 32,836 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 31,729 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 31,712 miles

Front Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 31,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 1 Nov 2017 31,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 29,832 miles

Nearside Rear Turn sig lens missing, but bulb is correct colour needs replacing

Rear Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% Only one of two tail lamp working (1.1.1d)

Fail 5 Feb 2016 29,824 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake binding badly (3.3.A1a)

Rear No plate lamp inoperative

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired two rear lamps fitted, only one illuminates (1.1.1b)

Fail 4 Feb 2016 29,815 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake binding badly (3.3.A1a)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Rear No plate lamp inoperative

Rear Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired two rear lamps fitted, only one illuminates (1.1.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 29,656 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 29,215 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

nearside rear indicator lens missing

nearside rear tail light inop

rear foot rests missing

rear seat pod has beem removed at time of test

Pass 7 Oct 2011 27,797 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2010 27,718 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 May 2010 27,718 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 27,568 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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P942 TNV is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P942 TNV, 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 P942 TNV registered?

P942 TNV is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 12 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P942 TNV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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