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R148 CEX

1998 Ducati 748

Orange Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

42,876 mi
Last recorded42,876 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR148 CEX
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 42,876 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 40,749 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 38,306 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 36,512 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 33,795 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 33,795 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 33,320 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 32,845 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 May 2017 32,245 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 32,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 30,867 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 30,217 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 29,954 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 28,397 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 27,505 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2011 27,505 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 25,289 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 25,285 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 21,564 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 20,647 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 15,833 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 15,655 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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R148 CEX is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Orange with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R148 CEX, 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 R148 CEX registered?

R148 CEX is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 13 March 1998.

Is R148 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R148 CEX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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