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R557 XPU

1997 Ducati 750

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,127 mi
Last recorded12,127 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Ducati 75014,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR557 XPU
MakeDucati
Model750
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 12,127 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 12,127 miles

Stop lamp not working control 1 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 11,233 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 9,672 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 9,664 miles

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

Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2006 9,664 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R557 XPU is a 1997 Ducati 750 in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R557 XPU, 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 R557 XPU registered?

R557 XPU is a 1997 Ducati 750, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R557 XPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R557 XPU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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