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AF03 HEU

2003 Ducati 749

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,824 mi
Last recorded21,824 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati 7499,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 HEU
MakeDucati
Model749
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 21,824 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 21,760 miles

Both side fairings loose at bottom

Pass 9 Apr 2024 21,410 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 21,369 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2021 21,272 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 20,656 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 19,797 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 18,793 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 17,515 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 16,280 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 14,792 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 13,882 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 13,860 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2011 11,635 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 9,906 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 7,778 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 7,778 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 6,815 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 5,854 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 749?

Based on 10,480 MOT tests across 1,010 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,010
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 117
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 81
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 34
Direction indicator not working 30
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AF03 HEU is a 2003 Ducati 749 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 749 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 9,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 749 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 HEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 749 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF03 HEU?

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What year was AF03 HEU registered?

AF03 HEU is a 2003 Ducati 749, first registered on 3 August 2003.

Is AF03 HEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 HEU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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