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R143 YWJ

1998 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,525 mi
Last recorded40,525 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR143 YWJ
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2023 40,525 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 38,977 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 38,977 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 36,523 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 34,505 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 31,372 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 28,599 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 26,785 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 25,499 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 23,452 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 21,622 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 19,501 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 18,158 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 17,204 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 17,204 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,003 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 15,720 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 15,574 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 YWJ is a 1998 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 1998 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 15,979 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 YWJ, 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 28 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 R143 YWJ registered?

R143 YWJ is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R143 YWJ safe to buy?

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