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R448 GRO

1998 Ducati 748

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,795 mi
Last recorded17,795 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR448 GRO
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 17,795 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2026 17,795 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2025 17,048 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 15,830 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 15,794 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 15,610 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 15,610 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 15,234 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 15,234 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 15,187 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 14,887 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 14,545 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 14,401 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 13,880 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 13,500 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 11,765 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 11,760 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 11,399 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 10,881 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 7,202 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 7,191 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 7,122 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 7,099 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 6,991 miles

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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R448 GRO is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 15,979 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 R448 GRO, 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 28 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 R448 GRO registered?

R448 GRO is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is R448 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R448 GRO shows 24 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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