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R48 ORF

1998 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,145 mi
Last recorded50,145 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 ORF
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2019 50,145 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 50,086 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 49,384 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 48,625 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 45,884 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 45,884 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2006 41,381 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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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R48 ORF is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R48 ORF, 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

How do I check the history of R48 ORF?

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What year was R48 ORF registered?

R48 ORF is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R48 ORF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R48 ORF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R48 ORF have outstanding finance?

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