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DS52 BDE

2002 Ducati 748

Grey Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

12,426 mi
Last recorded12,426 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Ducati 74810,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 BDE
MakeDucati
Model748
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 12,426 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 12,426 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 12,418 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 12,409 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 12,384 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 12,271 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 12,271 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 11,783 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 11,628 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired headlamp quite fogged up inside the lens. (1.2.3a)

Fail 23 Jan 2018 11,628 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Stop lamp fails to illuminate when operating the rear brake. (1.3.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired headlamp quite fogged up inside the lens. (1.2.3a)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 11,444 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 10,839 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,772 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 10,772 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 May 2006 9,650 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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DS52 BDE is a 2002 Ducati 748 in Grey with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 10,976 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 DS52 BDE, 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 24 years old, this Ducati 748 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS52 BDE registered?

DS52 BDE is a 2002 Ducati 748, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is DS52 BDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 BDE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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