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LK53 DRO

2003 Ducati 1000DS

Grey Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

20,949 mi
Last recorded20,949 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Ducati 1000DS11,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 DRO
MakeDucati
Model1000DS
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 20,949 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 20,922 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 20,914 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 19,366 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2009 18,131 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 18,131 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)

Fail 31 Jan 2009 18,120 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2007 12,564 miles

numberplate SMALL may not comply with highway regs

Fail 12 Oct 2007 12,564 miles

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.

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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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?

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