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LB52 PHX

2003 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

27,480 mi
Last recorded27,480 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99810,985 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 PHX
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 27,480 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 27,180 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 27,054 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 26,500 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 25,838 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 25,006 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced headlight hazy (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 23,274 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 21,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 18,582 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 16,393 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 15,685 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 15,009 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 12,936 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 12,476 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 11,271 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 10,509 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 10,509 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 8,972 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 7,660 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 6,328 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 6,328 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 5,244 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 5,227 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Ducati 998?

Based on 4,942 MOT tests across 554 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
352
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
554
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 12
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LB52 PHX is a 2003 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 998 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 10,985 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 998 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB52 PHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 998 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 998 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB52 PHX registered?

LB52 PHX is a 2003 Ducati 998, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is LB52 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB52 PHX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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