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GX53 DMZ

2003 Ducati 999S

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,077 mi
Last recorded10,077 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 999S8,369 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 DMZ
MakeDucati
Model999S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 10,077 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Disc warped (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 10,077 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation loose connection (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Disc warped (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 8,917 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 16,021 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 14,614 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 14,614 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2011 12,989 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 11,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 10,247 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 8,877 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 6,004 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ducati 999S?

Based on 3,888 MOT tests across 389 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
455
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
389
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 54
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
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GX53 DMZ is a 2003 Ducati 999S in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 999S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 8,369 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 999S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX53 DMZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 999S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 999S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX53 DMZ registered?

GX53 DMZ is a 2003 Ducati 999S, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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