CarVerify

Free Car Check

ML02 BYE

2002 Ducati 999

Red Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,593 mi
Last recorded20,593 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Ducati 99910,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ducati
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 BYE
MakeDucati
Model999
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 20,593 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 20,587 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2025 20,475 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 19,936 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 19,886 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 19,886 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 18,948 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 18,948 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges from track use (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2015 18,534 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 May 2015 18,512 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 17,655 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 16,628 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 15,633 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 14,537 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2009 14,537 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 14,176 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 13,571 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 12,391 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 999?

Based on 8,099 MOT tests across 816 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
476
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
816
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 64
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 38
Headlamp aim too low 29
Full Ducati 999 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ML02 BYE is a 2002 Ducati 999 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Ducati 999 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 10,978 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 999 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML02 BYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 999 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Ducati 999 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ML02 BYE?

You can check the full history of ML02 BYE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ML02 BYE registered?

ML02 BYE is a 2002 Ducati 999, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is ML02 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML02 BYE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ML02 BYE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ML02 BYE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.