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PAZ 8868

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,740 mi
Last recorded19,740 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAZ 8868
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 19,740 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 19,733 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 19,297 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 19,297 miles

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 19,281 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 19,281 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 19,271 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 19,259 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 19,027 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 18,987 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 17,716 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 16,159 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 10,994 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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PAZ 8868 is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PAZ 8868, 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

How do I check the history of PAZ 8868?

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What year was PAZ 8868 registered?

PAZ 8868 is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is PAZ 8868 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAZ 8868 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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