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R455 ENS

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,019 mi
Last recorded27,019 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 ENS
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 27,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 May 2021 27,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2018 26,954 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

exhaust noisy but not excessive

Pass 16 Jun 2014 25,915 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2014 25,915 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2012 25,607 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 25,607 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 24,101 miles

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

slight wear on rear brake disc

Pass 11 May 2010 22,789 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 22,789 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 May 2009 18,429 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 18,395 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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R455 ENS 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 66.7%.

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 R455 ENS, 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 R455 ENS registered?

R455 ENS is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R455 ENS safe to buy?

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