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WU52 WVO

2002 Ducati 748B

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

19,954 mi
Last recorded19,954 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Ducati 748B12,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 WVO
MakeDucati
Model748B
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 19,954 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 19,951 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 19,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Sep 2022 19,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 19,843 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 19,729 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 19,081 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 18,983 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 18,236 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 18,160 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 18,015 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 17,517 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 16,753 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 16,753 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Fail 11 May 2011 16,046 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 May 2011 16,046 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 14,362 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 13,797 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2008 13,797 miles

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 9,548 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 8,541 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 748B?

Based on 1,597 MOT tests across 187 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
187
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Footrest missing 13
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars 7
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WU52 WVO is a 2002 Ducati 748B in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Ducati 748B models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 12,262 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 748B fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU52 WVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 748B typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Ducati 748B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU52 WVO?

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What year was WU52 WVO registered?

WU52 WVO is a 2002 Ducati 748B, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is WU52 WVO safe to buy?

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