Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 Ducati 750?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2002 Ducati 750?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2002 Ducati 750?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2002 Ducati 750 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 118 vehicles, the 2002 Ducati 750 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2002 Ducati 750?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2002 Ducati 750 are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (49.8% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (34.5% of vehicles), Exhaust noisy (20.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2002 Ducati 750?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ducati 750 (2002)

118 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.4% first-time pass rate

2002 Ducati 750

CarHunch analysed 118 real MOT records for the 2002 Ducati 750. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2002 Ducati 750 passes its MOT on first attempt 88.4% of the time, well above the UK average of 80%, which suggests these bikes are genuinely well-maintained by their owners. Only 6.8% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety issues are rare.

At just over 10,600 miles median mileage for a 22-year-old bike, these are lightly used machines—likely weekend riders rather than commuters. The average of 1.2 failures per MOT and 3.3 advisories per vehicle indicates minor wear items need attention, but nothing structural: if you're buying one, budget for routine maintenance and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on fuel system and electrics, where age typically shows first.

We have limited data for the 2002 Ducati 750 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

88.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.2

Over 9.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 7k–14k

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These stats describe 118 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 118 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 49.8%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Exhaust & emissions 20.9%

Exhaust noisy

Lighting 19.3%

Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 14.1%

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 11.2%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Suspension & steering 8.8%

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough · Steering movement slightly 'notchy' · Rear suspension bearing has slight free play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002.

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Based on MOT data from 118 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2002 Ducati 750 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

10,431

typical

7,020

low mileage

13,753

high mileage

Half of all 2002 Ducati 750 vehicles fall between 7,020 and 13,753 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,020 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,020–13,753 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Ducati 750s sit.

⚠ Over 18,566 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2002 Ducati 750 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 52% of 2002 Ducati 750s are still active.

26 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% 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.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.2

Avg failures per vehicle

3.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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