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R513 GRN

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

21,760 mi
Last recorded21,760 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR513 GRN
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 21,760 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 21,752 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 21,752 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 21,750 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 21,749 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 21,748 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 21,748 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 21,682 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 21,645 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 21,521 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 21,191 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 33,703 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Jul 2015 33,703 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 32,650 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 30,441 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 29,097 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 26,949 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 26,949 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 23,543 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 19,157 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 19,157 miles

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

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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R513 GRN is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R513 GRN, 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 R513 GRN registered?

R513 GRN is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R513 GRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R513 GRN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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