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R232 DKX

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,548 mi
Last recorded15,548 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 DKX
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 15,548 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 15,298 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 15,212 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 15,212 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 15,173 miles

rear no plate lamp innop

Pass 29 Aug 2009 14,524 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 14,524 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 13,134 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 12,019 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 18,801 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 16,083 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2005 16,027 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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R232 DKX is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R232 DKX, 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.

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What year was R232 DKX registered?

R232 DKX is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R232 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R232 DKX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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