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R155 XWF

1998 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,494 mi
Last recorded41,494 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR155 XWF
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 41,494 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 41,421 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 May 2023 41,420 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 40,935 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 40,867 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 39,691 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 39,279 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 39,121 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 39,002 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 38,869 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 38,644 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 38,637 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 38,637 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 33,261 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 33,261 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 16,847 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 16,048 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 15,842 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 15,842 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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R155 XWF is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 R155 XWF, 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 R155 XWF registered?

R155 XWF is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R155 XWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R155 XWF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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