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R271 MRP

1998 Ducati 749

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,840 mi
Last recorded14,840 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR271 MRP
MakeDucati
Model749
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2008 14,840 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 13,825 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 13,795 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2006 10,826 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ducati 749?

Based on 10,480 MOT tests across 1,010 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,010
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 117
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 81
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 34
Direction indicator not working 30
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R271 MRP is a 1998 Ducati 749 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Ducati 749 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R271 MRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati 749 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R271 MRP registered?

R271 MRP is a 1998 Ducati 749, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R271 MRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R271 MRP shows 4 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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