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GK51 CAV

2001 Ducati S4

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

20,326 mi
Last recorded20,326 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Ducati S411,849 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 CAV
MakeDucati
ModelS4
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 20,326 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 20,002 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 20,002 miles

Offside Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Chain Adjuster Bolt & Plate Loose

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 19,814 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 19,519 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 19,323 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2019 19,245 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 19,118 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 18,639 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 18,613 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 7 May 2016 18,613 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on number plate lamp not working (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 May 2015 17,938 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 17,938 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 17,802 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 16,355 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 14,526 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 9,616 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 8,205 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 5,810 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 28 Oct 2008 5,729 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 5,510 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 5,012 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 4,618 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati S4?

Based on 5,087 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
467
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Direction indicator not working 20
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GK51 CAV is a 2001 Ducati S4 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2001 Ducati S4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 11,849 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 S4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK51 CAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati S4 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Ducati S4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GK51 CAV registered?

GK51 CAV is a 2001 Ducati S4, first registered on 5 October 2001.

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