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MH03 VHW

2003 Ducati 749 S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,081 mi
Last recorded18,081 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Ducati 749 S10,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH03 VHW
MakeDucati
Model749 S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 18,081 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 16,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2014 14,626 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 11,883 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 11,883 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 22 Aug 2009 11,284 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 11,284 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 7,984 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 6,430 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 4,361 miles

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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MH03 VHW is a 2003 Ducati 749 S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 749 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 10,472 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 MH03 VHW, 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 23 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 MH03 VHW registered?

MH03 VHW is a 2003 Ducati 749 S, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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