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R699 WBK

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,250 mi
Last recorded54,250 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR699 WBK
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 54,250 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 53,990 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 53,470 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 53,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 53,345 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 51,779 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 50,286 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 29 Apr 2015 48,285 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 45,255 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 40,388 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 37,023 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 32,550 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 26,851 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 26,327 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 24,103 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 18,284 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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R699 WBK is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R699 WBK, 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 R699 WBK registered?

R699 WBK is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 27 September 1997.

Is R699 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R699 WBK shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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