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L148 SES

1994 Ducati M900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

69,809 mi
Last recorded69,809 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Ducati M90019,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL148 SES
MakeDucati
ModelM900
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 69,809 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 65,573 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 65,573 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 62,636 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 59,134 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 56,367 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 52,593 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 46,928 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 43,095 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 39,822 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 34,847 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 26,868 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 21,577 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 12,243 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Offside Front Upper Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 12,243 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 7,767 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 6,393 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 6,393 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 98,449 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 93,247 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 86,726 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

nearside mirror fitted

Fail 16 Sep 2006 86,726 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

nearside mirror not fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2006 86,507 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

How Reliable is the Ducati M900?

Based on 8,481 MOT tests across 869 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
461
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 124
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 95
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 43
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
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L148 SES is a 1994 Ducati M900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1994 Ducati M900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 19,298 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 M900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L148 SES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M900 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this Ducati M900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L148 SES registered?

L148 SES is a 1994 Ducati M900, first registered on 21 March 1994.

Is L148 SES safe to buy?

The MOT history for L148 SES shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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