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LJ03 DPN

2003 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

4,593 mi
Last recorded4,593 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99810,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 DPN
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 4,593 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 4,365 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 4,216 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 4,216 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 4,212 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 4,169 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 4,129 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 4,015 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

clocks are loose

Pass 26 Mar 2013 3,721 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 3,570 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 3,200 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 2,915 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 2,330 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 2,272 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 1,945 miles

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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LJ03 DPN is a 2003 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ03 DPN, 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

How do I check the history of LJ03 DPN?

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What year was LJ03 DPN registered?

LJ03 DPN is a 2003 Ducati 998, first registered on 8 April 2003.

Is LJ03 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 DPN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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