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R824 DUB

1997 Ducati 748

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,367 mi
Last recorded63,367 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR824 DUB
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 63,367 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 63,358 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 63,344 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 63,187 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2022 63,187 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 63,000 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 62,998 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 62,748 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 62,426 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 61,894 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 61,588 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 61,588 miles

Headlamp missing (1.2.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 60,473 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 60,257 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 59,299 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 58,021 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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R824 DUB is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R824 DUB, 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 R824 DUB registered?

R824 DUB is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R824 DUB safe to buy?

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