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EK03 FWY

2003 Ducati 748

Grey Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

38,122 mi
Last recorded38,122 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 7489,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 FWY
MakeDucati
Model748
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 38,122 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 37,838 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 37,360 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 37,103 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 37,103 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 36,826 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 36,505 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play slightly rough (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 36,257 miles

Front Wheel bearings slightly rough

Pass 20 Feb 2018 35,911 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 35,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jan 2017 35,347 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 34,478 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 34,466 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 33,709 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 33,709 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 32,547 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 32,535 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 31,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

head lamp mask/ converters fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2011 30,945 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2010 10,105 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2009 8,545 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 6,503 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 5,379 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 2,365 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 748?

Based on 29,046 MOT tests across 3,162 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
384
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 327
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 313
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 128
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 125
Footrest missing 122
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EK03 FWY is a 2003 Ducati 748 in Grey with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 9,990 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 748 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK03 FWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 748 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 748 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK03 FWY registered?

EK03 FWY is a 2003 Ducati 748, first registered on 5 July 2003.

Is EK03 FWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 FWY shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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