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AE04 VFU

2004 Ducati 999S

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,124 mi
Last recorded19,124 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Ducati 999S9,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE04 VFU
MakeDucati
Model999S
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 19,124 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 19,099 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 18,814 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 18,526 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 18,069 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 18,042 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (Unable to test front wheel bearings) (3.3.C2c)

Pass 13 May 2016 17,457 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 17,008 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 16,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Oct 2013 15,229 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 15,229 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 13,050 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,243 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 11,243 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 6,734 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 6,014 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 5,294 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 3,921 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 999S?

Based on 3,888 MOT tests across 389 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
389
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
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AE04 VFU is a 2004 Ducati 999S in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Ducati 999S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 9,832 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 999S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE04 VFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 999S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Ducati 999S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE04 VFU registered?

AE04 VFU is a 2004 Ducati 999S, first registered on 2 July 2004.

Is AE04 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE04 VFU shows 18 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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