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R348 DBD

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,824 mi
Last recorded31,824 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR348 DBD
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 31,824 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 30,906 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 29,762 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 29,386 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 28,947 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 28,907 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 28,660 miles

rear light 50%

Pass 22 May 2015 28,426 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 28,190 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 27,599 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 27,295 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 26,050 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 23,334 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 23,078 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 23,078 miles

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 21,187 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 18,935 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 18,953 miles

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

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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R348 DBD is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R348 DBD, 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 R348 DBD registered?

R348 DBD is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R348 DBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R348 DBD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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