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KX03 EWR

2003 Ducati 1000DS

Black Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

6,784 mi
Last recorded6,784 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Ducati 1000DS11,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 EWR
MakeDucati
Model1000DS
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 6,784 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 6,707 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 6,707 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 6,536 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 6,368 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 6,368 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2011 6,338 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 6,112 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 5,701 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 5,120 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 3,094 miles

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

How Reliable is the Ducati 1000DS?

Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
777
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Headlamp aim too low 6
Indicator tell tale not functioning 6
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KX03 EWR is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS in Black with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 1000DS models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 11,063 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 1000DS fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX03 EWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 1000DS typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 1000DS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX03 EWR registered?

KX03 EWR is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS, first registered on 14 April 2003.

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The MOT history for KX03 EWR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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