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HF53 NHO

2004 Ducati 900

Grey Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

25,330 mi
Last recorded25,330 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Ducati 90012,344 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 NHO
MakeDucati
Model900
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc
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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 25,330 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 24,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 May 2023 24,716 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 24,716 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 24,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 May 2021 24,407 miles

Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear rear wheel fitted incorrectly,rear sprocket bolts fouling swinging arm

Pass 19 May 2016 21,930 miles

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

slight bind on front brake

Fail 6 May 2016 21,926 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. rear shock (2.4.A.1a)

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

slight bind on front brake

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 21,355 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 17 Jun 2014 21,355 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 19,692 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 18,195 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 18,195 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fail 9 Jul 2010 16,322 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 16,322 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 13,607 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2008 13,347 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 8,710 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

How Reliable is the Ducati 900?

Based on 13,972 MOT tests across 1,848 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
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HF53 NHO is a 2004 Ducati 900 in Grey with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2004 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 12,344 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 900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 131 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF53 NHO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 22 years old, this Ducati 900 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HF53 NHO registered?

HF53 NHO is a 2004 Ducati 900, first registered on 11 February 2004.

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