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W478 RBB

1999 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,876 mi
Last recorded44,876 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 1999 Ducati 74815,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW478 RBB
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 44,876 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 43,466 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 42,984 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 39,376 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 36,229 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 32,862 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 32,862 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 32,422 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 27,921 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 25,839 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 24,721 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 21,247 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 19,409 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2005 17,341 miles

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

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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W478 RBB is a 1999 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1999 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 15,750 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 W478 RBB, 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 27 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 W478 RBB registered?

W478 RBB is a 1999 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is W478 RBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W478 RBB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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