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S889 EGD

1998 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

25,057 mi
Last recorded25,057 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 74815,979 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS889 EGD
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 25,057 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 25,056 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 25,029 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 24,865 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 24,252 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 23,977 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 23,874 miles

neutral warn light not illuminated

Fail 21 Mar 2014 23,874 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2013 22,725 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 22,349 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 22,213 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Side stand securing bolts loose. Thread stripped in lower bolt hole

Pass 1 Aug 2008 21,648 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 21,105 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2007 21,105 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2007 21,088 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 Jul 2007 21,080 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 20,445 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 20,445 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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S889 EGD is a 1998 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 15,979 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 S889 EGD, 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 28 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 S889 EGD registered?

S889 EGD is a 1998 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S889 EGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S889 EGD shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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