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AO52 MLX

2003 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,699 mi
Last recorded25,699 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99611,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 MLX
MakeDucati
Model996
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 25,699 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 25,182 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 25,168 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 25,168 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 25,165 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 24,794 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 23,135 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 21,089 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 19,862 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 18,532 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 16,637 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,775 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 9,907 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 4,767 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 1,839 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Ducati 996?

Based on 17,371 MOT tests across 1,890 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 58
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 45
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AO52 MLX is a 2003 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 996 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 11,739 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 996 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO52 MLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 996 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 996 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO52 MLX registered?

AO52 MLX is a 2003 Ducati 996, first registered on 28 February 2003.

Is AO52 MLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 MLX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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