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BX53 KDU

2003 Ducati 1000DS

Grey Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,360 mi
Last recorded15,360 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Ducati 1000DS11,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 KDU
MakeDucati
Model1000DS
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 15,360 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 11,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 20 May 2016 11,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 11,344 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 7,816 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 7,816 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 5,399 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 5,399 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 941 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 1,279 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 8,767 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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BX53 KDU is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS in Grey with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 BX53 KDU, 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.

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What year was BX53 KDU registered?

BX53 KDU is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BX53 KDU safe to buy?

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