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HF53 LVH

2004 Ducati ST3

Yellow Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,175 mi
Last recorded22,175 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Ducati ST314,207 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 LVH
MakeDucati
ModelST3
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 22,175 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 21,796 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 21,324 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 20,932 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 20,658 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 20,046 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 17,173 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 14,640 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 12,950 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 12,226 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 4 Jul 2015 11,999 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 11,956 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

low tread on rear tyre

Pass 31 May 2013 11,840 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 Oct 2011 11,172 miles

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

left-hand mirror slightly loose!

Pass 3 Oct 2011 11,172 miles

left-hand mirror slightly loose!

Pass 10 Jun 2010 11,053 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 10,006 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 9,045 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 2,886 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati ST3?

Based on 3,057 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
851
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
wheel bearings are excessively rough 12
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HF53 LVH is a 2004 Ducati ST3 in Yellow with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 Ducati ST3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 14,207 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati ST3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF53 LVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Ducati ST3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF53 LVH registered?

HF53 LVH is a 2004 Ducati ST3, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is HF53 LVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF53 LVH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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