Ducati 748 (2001)
2001 Ducati 748
CarHunch analysed 484 real MOT records for the 2001 Ducati 748. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Ducati 748 passes its MOT first time 88.3% of the time, which is a solid 8.3 points above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes are generally well-maintained by their owners. The dangerous defect rate sits at just 9.5%, which is reassuringly low and not a buyer concern.
At nearly 13,000 miles on average, these machines have been ridden moderately for their age, and the typical bike racks up 1.37 failures and 3.3 advisories per test—modest numbers that point to minor wear rather than serious structural issues. If you're considering one, have an independent inspection focus on brakes and suspension, as these are the most common advisory items on sports bikes of this era.
What to check before buying a 2001 Ducati 748
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Ducati 748 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Ducati 748 vehicles fall between 7,778 and 16,703 miles.
2001 Ducati 748 — Still on the Road
116 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 50% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2001 Ducati 748
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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43.8%
Exhaust noisy
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34.5%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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32.4%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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18.1%
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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17.5%
Drive chain slightly loose
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13.2%
Exhaust noisy
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10.8%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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10.4%
Headlamp aim too high
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001. Counts include advisories and failures.
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