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V253 VKE

2000 Ducati 748

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,971 mi
Last recorded8,971 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Ducati 74813,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV253 VKE
MakeDucati
Model748
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2025 8,971 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 8,788 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 8,565 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 7,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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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V253 VKE is a 2000 Ducati 748 in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 13,362 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 V253 VKE, 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 26 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 V253 VKE registered?

V253 VKE is a 2000 Ducati 748, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V253 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V253 VKE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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