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HX53 WHB

2004 Ducati ST4S

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,664 mi
Last recorded26,664 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Ducati ST4S16,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 WHB
MakeDucati
ModelST4S
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 26,664 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 26,664 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 20,554 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 18,009 miles

slight play in rear mono shock pivot bush, efficient at time of test.

Pass 14 Apr 2023 17,665 miles

slight play in rear mono shock pivot assembly, efficient at time of test.

Pass 28 Apr 2022 17,098 miles

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

slight play in rear mono shock pivot bush, efficient at test.

Pass 29 Jul 2020 17,012 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 16,792 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 16,606 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 16,058 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 15,501 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 14,986 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 14,460 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 14,118 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 14,118 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 13,638 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 13,638 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 13,053 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 11,662 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 9,705 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 6,606 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 6,606 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ducati ST4S?

Based on 6,084 MOT tests across 498 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 72
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 53
wheel bearings are excessively rough 35
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 15
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HX53 WHB is a 2004 Ducati ST4S in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Ducati ST4S models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 16,458 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 ST4S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX53 WHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST4S typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Ducati ST4S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX53 WHB registered?

HX53 WHB is a 2004 Ducati ST4S, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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