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AU05 DXO

2005 Ducati S4 R

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,846 mi
Last recorded13,846 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Ducati S4 R7,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 DXO
MakeDucati
ModelS4 R
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 13,846 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 13,846 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2024 12,650 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2024 12,650 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 11,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2023 11,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 11,104 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 11,053 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 10,881 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 8,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 8,487 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 7,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2012 6,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 6,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 6,002 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2010 5,348 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 5,348 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 4,964 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 4,964 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2008 4,218 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 4,218 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Ducati S4 R?

Based on 1,688 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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AU05 DXO is a 2005 Ducati S4 R in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Ducati S4 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 7,866 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 S4 R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 DXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati S4 R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Ducati S4 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU05 DXO registered?

AU05 DXO is a 2005 Ducati S4 R, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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