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HW03 GDK

2003 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,989 mi
Last recorded20,989 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 7489,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 GDK
MakeDucati
Model748
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 20,989 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 20,986 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Number plate hanger and under tray slightly loose.

Pass 13 Sep 2023 20,929 miles

Front Brake lever soft, but efficient

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 20,929 miles

Front Brake lever soft, but efficient

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sidecar structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced Subframe (6.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 20,847 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 20,794 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 20,758 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2020 20,758 miles

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

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 20,359 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 19,441 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 18,965 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 18,274 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired Headlamp lens slightly cloudy (1.2.3a)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 17,685 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 17,685 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 16,953 miles

Would Advise a front brake service, 10kg force on brake tester,

Pass 25 Apr 2013 16,146 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2012 15,593 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2012 15,571 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,819 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 13,334 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Mar 2010 13,334 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 May 2009 12,409 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

chain has tight links

Pass 25 Apr 2008 10,719 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 10,719 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 8,933 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 5,721 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 748?

Based on 29,046 MOT tests across 3,162 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
384
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 327
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 313
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 128
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 125
Footrest missing 122
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HW03 GDK is a 2003 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 9,990 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 748 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW03 GDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 748 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 748 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW03 GDK registered?

HW03 GDK is a 2003 Ducati 748, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is HW03 GDK safe to buy?

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