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R46 AAV

1997 Ducati 748

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,548 mi
Last recorded16,548 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ducati
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 AAV
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 16,548 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 16,337 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 16,325 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 16,108 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 15,982 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 15,634 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 15,628 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 14,847 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2011 14,847 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2010 14,120 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 13,332 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2007 13,264 miles

daylight m.o.t.no lights.

Pass 7 Jun 2006

no lights fitted at time of test

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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R46 AAV is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R46 AAV, 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 R46 AAV registered?

R46 AAV is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R46 AAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R46 AAV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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