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FX53 ECE

2003 Ducati 749

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

9,039 mi
Last recorded9,039 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 7499,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 ECE
MakeDucati
Model749
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 9,039 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 9,015 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 8,991 miles

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

registration plate has a small crack but can be read clearly

Fail 10 Aug 2023 8,991 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

registration plate has a small crack but can be read clearly

Pass 19 Aug 2022 8,904 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 180 55 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 8,858 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 8,812 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 8,767 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 8,639 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 8,594 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 8,549 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 8,189 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 8,189 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 3 Mar 2012 8,036 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 8,036 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 7,724 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 7,437 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 7,108 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 6,366 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 6,140 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 749?

Based on 10,480 MOT tests across 1,010 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,010
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 117
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 81
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 34
Direction indicator not working 30
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FX53 ECE is a 2003 Ducati 749 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 749 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 9,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 749 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 ECE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 749 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX53 ECE registered?

FX53 ECE is a 2003 Ducati 749, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is FX53 ECE safe to buy?

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