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FY52 SYR

2003 Ducati ST2

Yellow Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

33,667 mi
Last recorded33,667 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati ST216,420 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 SYR
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 33,667 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 33,239 miles

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 33,188 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 31,837 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 31,837 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 31,543 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 31,496 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 30,797 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2017 30,792 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 29,139 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 27,863 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 26,886 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 25,359 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 23,095 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 20,366 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,625 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 17,619 miles

Nearside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 14,841 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 14,841 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 12,304 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 12,304 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 6,855 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 6,855 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

How Reliable is the Ducati ST2?

Based on 7,621 MOT tests across 726 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
726
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 100
wheel bearings have excessive free play 67
wheel bearings are excessively rough 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
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FY52 SYR is a 2003 Ducati ST2 in Yellow with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2003 Ducati ST2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 16,420 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 ST2 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY52 SYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati ST2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY52 SYR?

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What year was FY52 SYR registered?

FY52 SYR is a 2003 Ducati ST2, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is FY52 SYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 SYR shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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