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W181 WAM

2000 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

27,626 mi
Last recorded27,626 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 2000 Ducati 74813,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW181 WAM
MakeDucati
Model748
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 27,626 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 26,389 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2017 26,389 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 24,566 miles

Aftermarket silencers fitted (not excessively noisy)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 22,554 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 22,435 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 22,120 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 22,011 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 21,192 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 May 2010 21,191 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Clutch Fluid Level Dangerously Low

Pass 13 Nov 2008 205,311 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Slight play in rear wheel hub

umber plate cracked

Fail 5 Nov 2008 20,531 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Slight play in rear wheel hub

umber plate cracked

Pass 20 Nov 2007 15,141 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2007 149,588 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 10,391 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2006 10,391 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2005 9,192 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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W181 WAM is a 2000 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 W181 WAM, 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.

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W181 WAM is a 2000 Ducati 748, first registered on 18 March 2000.

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