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KU52 VGC

2002 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

22,452 mi
Last recorded22,452 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Ducati 99611,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 VGC
MakeDucati
Model996
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 22,452 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 22,350 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 22,331 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 22,287 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 22,201 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 22,043 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 21,984 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 21,733 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 21,702 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2014 21,475 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 21,475 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 21,306 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 19,570 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 17,810 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 16,244 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 14,019 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 10,935 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 10,261 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 8,113 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 996?

Based on 17,371 MOT tests across 1,890 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 58
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 45
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KU52 VGC is a 2002 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2002 Ducati 996 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 11,229 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 996 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KU52 VGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 996 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Ducati 996 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU52 VGC registered?

KU52 VGC is a 2002 Ducati 996, first registered on 10 October 2002.

Is KU52 VGC safe to buy?

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