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BX02 VBG

2002 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,410 mi
Last recorded23,410 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Ducati 99611,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX02 VBG
MakeDucati
Model996
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 23,410 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 23,402 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2024 23,228 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2024 23,228 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 22,746 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 May 2022 19,501 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 18,833 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 17,872 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 17,851 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 17,700 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 17,683 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 17,280 miles

rear brake will need fluid change soon

Pass 20 Mar 2010 16,613 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 16,185 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 13,771 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 12,483 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 12,483 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 11,751 miles

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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BX02 VBG is a 2002 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Ducati 996 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 11,229 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 996 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX02 VBG, 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 24 years old, this Ducati 996 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX02 VBG registered?

BX02 VBG is a 2002 Ducati 996, first registered on 7 March 2002.

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