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R978 LSO

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,267 mi
Last recorded8,267 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR978 LSO
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 8,267 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 8,138 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 8,101 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 7,575 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 7,277 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 7,236 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 7,205 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 7,185 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 7,172 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 7,122 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 7,074 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 7,003 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 6,928 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

number plate light not working

Pass 5 Aug 2010 6,894 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 6,852 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 6,744 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 6,716 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 6,642 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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R978 LSO is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R978 LSO, 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 R978 LSO registered?

R978 LSO is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R978 LSO safe to buy?

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