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R159 CEX

1998 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,094 mi
Last recorded26,094 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR159 CEX
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2024 26,094 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 26,019 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 26,011 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 25,808 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 25,552 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 25,226 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 23,702 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 22,697 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 22,261 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 21,200 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 20,930 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 19,120 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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R159 CEX is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R159 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 R159 CEX registered?

R159 CEX is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R159 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R159 CEX shows 12 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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