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R789 ABP

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,423 mi
Last recorded18,423 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR789 ABP
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2016 18,423 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 14,609 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 14,728 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 13,860 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 12,626 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 25 Jul 2008 12,026 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 11,545 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 11,453 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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R789 ABP is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R789 ABP, 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 R789 ABP registered?

R789 ABP is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 October 1997.

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