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S980 BAV

1998 Ducati 750SS

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,808 mi
Last recorded22,808 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Ducati 750SS18,285 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS980 BAV
MakeDucati
Model750SS
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 22,808 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2025 22,707 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 22,561 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 22,493 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 22,275 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 21,788 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 21,695 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 21,461 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 21,351 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 20,916 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 20,373 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 20,373 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 20,188 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 19,215 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 17,621 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 17,615 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 15,954 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 750SS?

Based on 997 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
331
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Direction indicator not working 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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S980 BAV is a 1998 Ducati 750SS in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 750SS models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 18,285 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 750SS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S980 BAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 750SS typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati 750SS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S980 BAV registered?

S980 BAV is a 1998 Ducati 750SS, first registered on 17 November 1998.

Is S980 BAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S980 BAV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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