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R143 DRP

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,917 mi
Last recorded13,917 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR143 DRP
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2020 13,917 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 13,906 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 13,835 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 13,752 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 13,676 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 12,432 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 11,739 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 10,661 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 9,990 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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R143 DRP is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R143 DRP, 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.

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What year was R143 DRP registered?

R143 DRP is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R143 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R143 DRP shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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