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R581 LYG

1998 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,619 mi
Last recorded18,619 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR581 LYG
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 18,619 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 18,491 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,214 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 18,214 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 18,024 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 17,426 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 17,218 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 Sep 2011 17,218 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Sep 2010 16,420 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 15,520 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 14,366 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2007 12,941 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 May 2006 12,189 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R581 LYG is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 15,979 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 R581 LYG, 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 28 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 R581 LYG registered?

R581 LYG is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R581 LYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R581 LYG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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