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FX53 MVZ

2004 Ducati 749

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

21,943 mi
Last recorded21,943 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Ducati 7499,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 MVZ
MakeDucati
Model749
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 21,943 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 21,747 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 21,582 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 21,532 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2022 21,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 20,618 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 20,558 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 20,160 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 19,072 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 30 Jul 2016 19,072 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 17,634 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 16,192 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 15,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 14,719 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 14,019 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 12,816 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 12,816 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 11,347 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 7,305 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 MVZ is a 2004 Ducati 749 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Ducati 749 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 9,418 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 749 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 MVZ, 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 22 years old, this Ducati 749 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX53 MVZ?

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What year was FX53 MVZ registered?

FX53 MVZ is a 2004 Ducati 749, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is FX53 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 MVZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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