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P979 LJW

1997 Ducati 748

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,012 mi
Last recorded18,012 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP979 LJW
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 18,012 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 17,608 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 17,459 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 17,454 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 16,832 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 15,056 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 15,039 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 15,039 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 15,011 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2009 14,692 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 14,005 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 13,245 miles

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

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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P979 LJW is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Yellow 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 P979 LJW, 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 P979 LJW registered?

P979 LJW is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 15 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P979 LJW 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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