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R174 VFR

1998 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,603 mi
Last recorded26,603 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR174 VFR
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2017 26,603 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 25,977 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 24,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 23,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2011 21,914 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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R174 VFR is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R174 VFR, 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 R174 VFR registered?

R174 VFR is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R174 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R174 VFR shows 5 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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