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KV53 DFC

2003 Ducati ST3

Red Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

34,057 mi
Last recorded34,057 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 DFC
MakeDucati
ModelST3
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 34,057 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 34,008 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 33,974 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 33,954 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 33,873 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 33,750 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 32,682 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 32,677 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 32,014 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 31,861 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 31,754 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 31,326 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 31,205 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 30,472 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 30,472 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 29,972 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 28,886 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 24,819 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 22,520 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 20,768 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 16,360 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati ST3?

Based on 3,057 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
851
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
wheel bearings are excessively rough 12
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KV53 DFC is a 2003 Ducati ST3 in Red with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

The most common reason a Ducati ST3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV53 DFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati ST3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV53 DFC registered?

KV53 DFC is a 2003 Ducati ST3, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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