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R489 UWA

1997 Ducati 750SS

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,396 mi
Last recorded22,396 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Ducati 750SS16,289 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR489 UWA
MakeDucati
Model750SS
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 22,396 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 20,674 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 20,606 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 20,451 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 20,104 miles

Chain showing signs of wear

Nearside exhaust box slightly loose

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,104 miles

Chain showing signs of wear

Nearside exhaust box slightly loose

How Reliable is the Ducati 750SS?

Based on 997 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
331
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Direction indicator not working 6
suspension bush has excessive free play 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
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R489 UWA is a 1997 Ducati 750SS in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 750SS models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,289 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 750SS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R489 UWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 750SS typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 750SS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R489 UWA registered?

R489 UWA is a 1997 Ducati 750SS, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R489 UWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R489 UWA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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