MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,377 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
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))
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))
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
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)
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)
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)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
How Reliable is the Ducati 748?
Based on 29,046 MOT tests across 3,162 vehicles.
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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.
Is R697 XWE safe to buy?
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