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R871 XWG

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,823 mi
Last recorded52,823 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR871 XWG
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 52,823 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 52,823 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 52,791 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2024 52,791 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 51,807 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 50,429 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 48,558 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 46,568 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 44,050 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 42,141 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 39,682 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 38,401 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 38,401 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 36,024 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 34,747 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 31,066 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 29,608 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 29,608 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 29,037 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 27,899 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 26,045 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 24,750 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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R871 XWG is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R871 XWG, 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

How do I check the history of R871 XWG?

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What year was R871 XWG registered?

R871 XWG is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R871 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R871 XWG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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