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AE04 VFK

2004 Ducati 749S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,173 mi
Last recorded12,173 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Ducati 749S7,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 VFK
MakeDucati
Model749S
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 12,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 12,156 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 12,021 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 11,775 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 11,618 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 11,500 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 11,331 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 11,146 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 10,716 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 9,755 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 9,747 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 9,676 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 9,586 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 8,999 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 8,990 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 8,411 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 6,472 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 4,541 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 749S?

Based on 1,582 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Headlamp aim too low 9
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 8
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AE04 VFK is a 2004 Ducati 749S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Ducati 749S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 7,878 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 749S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE04 VFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Ducati 749S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE04 VFK registered?

AE04 VFK is a 2004 Ducati 749S, first registered on 28 July 2004.

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