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R490 WOE

1997 Ducati Supersport

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,974 mi
Last recorded13,974 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati Supersport14,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR490 WOE
MakeDucati
ModelSupersport
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 13,974 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2025 13,731 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm bearing play. slight. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 13,378 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 13,242 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 12,941 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm bearings. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 12,580 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 12,576 miles

AFTERMARKET EXHAUSTS FITTED.

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 12,521 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 12,378 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 12,327 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 12,261 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 12,066 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 11,972 miles

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2010 10,907 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 10,319 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 9,662 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 9,584 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati Supersport?

Based on 2,626 MOT tests across 432 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
457
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
432
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
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R490 WOE is a 1997 Ducati Supersport in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ducati Supersport models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 14,722 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati Supersport fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R490 WOE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati Supersport typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati Supersport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R490 WOE registered?

R490 WOE is a 1997 Ducati Supersport, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R490 WOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R490 WOE shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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