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R697 XWE

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

30,377 mi
Last recorded30,377 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR697 XWE
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2022 30,377 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 29,987 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 15 Apr 2021 29,939 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 29,848 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 29,844 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

number plate light inop

Pass 16 May 2015 29,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 29,059 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 28,204 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 24,082 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 23,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 16,480 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 14,667 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 14,667 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 13,875 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 13,360 miles

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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R697 XWE is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R697 XWE, 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.

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What year was R697 XWE registered?

R697 XWE is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 6 December 1997.

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