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R780 DDW

1997 Ducati M750

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

15,394 mi
Last recorded15,394 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Ducati M75013,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 DDW
MakeDucati
ModelM750
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2024 15,394 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 13,608 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 13,608 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 12,442 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 12,307 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 15 Apr 2021 12,307 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 11,086 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 9,042 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 8,531 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 8,531 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2010 7,827 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 7,217 miles

Rear Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 7,217 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 6,466 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 6,048 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 5,857 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 5,857 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2006 5,848 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Ducati M750?

Based on 4,105 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
502
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 85
reflector on motorcycle missing 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 19
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R780 DDW is a 1997 Ducati M750 in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1997 Ducati M750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 13,680 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 M750 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R780 DDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M750 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati M750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R780 DDW registered?

R780 DDW is a 1997 Ducati M750, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R780 DDW safe to buy?

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