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AU53 GXR

2004 Ducati 749S

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,629 mi
Last recorded16,629 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Ducati 749S7,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 GXR
MakeDucati
Model749S
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 16,629 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 16,614 miles

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

Upper Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Sep 2015 15,967 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 15,857 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

the fairing lowers are slightly insecure

Pass 15 Aug 2013 13,262 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 15 Aug 2013 13,262 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 13,077 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 13,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2011 9,943 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 9,494 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 7,230 miles

number plate lamp not working

Pass 17 Apr 2009 2,542 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 1,717 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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AU53 GXR is a 2004 Ducati 749S in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU53 GXR, 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 AU53 GXR registered?

AU53 GXR is a 2004 Ducati 749S, first registered on 1 January 2004.

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The MOT history for AU53 GXR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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