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R496 DRF

1997 Ducati 750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

6,082 mi
Last recorded6,082 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 75014,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 DRF
MakeDucati
Model750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 6,082 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 5,983 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 5,786 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 5,763 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 5,647 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 5,647 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 5,458 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 5,366 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 5,366 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 5,224 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 5,202 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 750?

Based on 8,274 MOT tests across 1,055 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
1,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 108
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 52
Headlamp aim too low 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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R496 DRF is a 1997 Ducati 750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 14,831 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 750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R496 DRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R496 DRF registered?

R496 DRF is a 1997 Ducati 750, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R496 DRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 DRF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R496 DRF have outstanding finance?

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