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R20 UKE

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,590 mi
Last recorded9,590 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR20 UKE
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 9,590 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 9,590 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 9,590 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 9,590 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 9,588 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 9,588 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 9,582 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 9,581 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 9,581 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 9,569 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 9,553 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 9,500 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 9,446 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 9,316 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 7,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 Aug 2005 7,932 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R20 UKE is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 17,768 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 R20 UKE, 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 29 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 R20 UKE registered?

R20 UKE is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R20 UKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R20 UKE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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