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BL03 JZC

2003 Ducati 1000DS

Grey Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,950 mi
Last recorded8,950 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati 1000DS11,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 JZC
MakeDucati
Model1000DS
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 8,950 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 8,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 8,579 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 8,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,104 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Aug 2007 8,102 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 7,525 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 1000DS?

Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
777
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Headlamp aim too low 6
Indicator tell tale not functioning 6
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BL03 JZC is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS in Grey with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 1000DS models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 11,063 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 1000DS fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL03 JZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 1000DS typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 1000DS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BL03 JZC?

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What year was BL03 JZC registered?

BL03 JZC is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is BL03 JZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL03 JZC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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