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LJ04 YFH

2004 Ducati 749 S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

19,078 mi
Last recorded19,078 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Ducati 749 S10,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 YFH
MakeDucati
Model749 S
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 19,078 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 18,966 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 18,938 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 18,885 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 18,755 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 18,755 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 18,686 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 18,633 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2019 8,633 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 May 2018 18,393 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 May 2017 18,264 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2016 18,164 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 17,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2015 17,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2014 16,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 May 2013 16,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 15,913 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2011 15,101 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 28 May 2010 14,098 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 14,098 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 12,739 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 12,739 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 11,052 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 11,052 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 25 May 2007 8,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 May 2007 8,531 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Ducati 749 S?

Based on 1,704 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
Headlamp aim too low 10
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LJ04 YFH is a 2004 Ducati 749 S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2004 Ducati 749 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 10,088 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 749 S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ04 YFH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749 S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 22 years old, this Ducati 749 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ04 YFH registered?

LJ04 YFH is a 2004 Ducati 749 S, first registered on 24 May 2004.

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The MOT history for LJ04 YFH shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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