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Y609 HDU

2001 Ducati 748B

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,135 mi
Last recorded9,135 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Ducati 748B10,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY609 HDU
MakeDucati
Model748B
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 9,135 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 9,130 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2024 9,130 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 9,126 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 8,800 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Number plate light not working.

Pass 16 Nov 2013 8,700 miles

number plate lamp not working

Pass 17 Nov 2012 8,630 miles

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

one of two rear light bulbs not working

Pass 17 Nov 2011 8,422 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 7,872 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 7,871 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 7,871 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 7,334 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 7,334 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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Y609 HDU is a 2001 Ducati 748B in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Ducati 748B models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 10,960 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 Y609 HDU, 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 25 years old, this Ducati 748B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y609 HDU registered?

Y609 HDU is a 2001 Ducati 748B, first registered on 17 March 2001.

Is Y609 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y609 HDU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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