MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,949 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
numberplate SMALL may not comply with highway regs
Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)
Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
numberplate SMALL may not comply with highway regs
How Reliable is the Ducati 1000DS?
Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LK53 DRO is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS in Grey with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
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 LK53 DRO, 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.
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What year was LK53 DRO registered?
LK53 DRO is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS, first registered on 17 October 2003.
Is LK53 DRO safe to buy?
The MOT history for LK53 DRO shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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