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RK51 RKN

2001 Ducati 748

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

33,893 mi
Last recorded33,893 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Ducati 74813,080 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 RKN
MakeDucati
Model748
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 33,893 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 May 2025 33,893 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 33,316 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 31,913 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 30,999 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 26,634 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 23,250 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 18,316 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 18,132 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2014 17,111 miles

Aftermarket exhausts fitted, baffled at time of test

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2013 16,401 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 16,401 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 16,145 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 15,139 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 14,184 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 11,758 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 9,843 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 9,401 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 9,367 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 23 Dec 2005 8,367 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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RK51 RKN is a 2001 Ducati 748 in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2001 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 13,080 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 RK51 RKN, 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 25 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 RK51 RKN registered?

RK51 RKN is a 2001 Ducati 748, first registered on 30 October 2001.

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