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HX03 RTV

2003 Ducati 749 S

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,591 mi
Last recorded12,591 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati 749 S10,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 RTV
MakeDucati
Model749 S
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 12,591 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 12,546 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 12,546 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 12,009 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2015 12,009 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2013 10,531 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 9,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 8 Dec 2012 9,968 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 7,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 6,815 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 5,620 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 4,129 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 3,844 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ducati 749 S?

Based on 1,704 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
Headlamp aim too low 10
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HX03 RTV is a 2003 Ducati 749 S in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 749 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 10,472 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 749 S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX03 RTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749 S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 749 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX03 RTV registered?

HX03 RTV is a 2003 Ducati 749 S, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is HX03 RTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX03 RTV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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