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R497 STF

1997 Ducati M750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,519 mi
Last recorded16,519 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Ducati M75013,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 STF
MakeDucati
ModelM750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 16,519 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 15,350 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 15,342 miles

anodised brake fittings on brake hoses

Pass 1 Mar 2019 15,294 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 15,294 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component damaged and seriously weakened fork leg damaged by rubbing cable. Almost worn through and likely to fracture/fail (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2016 15,275 miles

Front Brake fittings adonised.

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear brake fittings adonised.

Pass 7 May 2014 15,109 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,259 miles

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

anodised brake fittings on front and rear brake hoses

Pass 23 Feb 2012 14,064 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 13,881 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 13,881 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 13,657 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 13,657 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 May 2007 12,711 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 11,065 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati M750?

Based on 4,105 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
502
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
reflector on motorcycle missing 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 19
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R497 STF is a 1997 Ducati M750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Ducati M750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 13,680 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 M750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 STF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M750 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati M750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R497 STF registered?

R497 STF is a 1997 Ducati M750, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R497 STF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 STF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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