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R257 TEG

1998 Ducati 750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

31,983 mi
Last recorded31,983 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Ducati 75015,326 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 TEG
MakeDucati
Model750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2023 31,983 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 31,983 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 31,196 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 28,570 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 27,334 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 25,169 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 22,048 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 22,048 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 18,527 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 18,517 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 18,517 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 16,809 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2009 16,809 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2008 15,260 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 14,830 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 14,830 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2006 14,297 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Ducati 750?

Based on 8,274 MOT tests across 1,055 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
1,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 108
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 52
Headlamp aim too low 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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R257 TEG is a 1998 Ducati 750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 15,326 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 750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R257 TEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R257 TEG registered?

R257 TEG is a 1998 Ducati 750, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R257 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 TEG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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