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MV03 EWL

2003 Ducati S4 R

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

18,140 mi
Last recorded18,140 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati S4 R10,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV03 EWL
MakeDucati
ModelS4 R
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 18,140 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2025 18,040 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 17,877 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 17,656 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 17,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 16,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 16,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 15,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 15,630 miles

main beam warning light not working

Pass 11 May 2017 15,594 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2016 15,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 15,473 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 15,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 14,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 9 May 2009 14,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2009 14,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 14,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2008 14,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 13,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Ducati S4 R?

Based on 1,688 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
494
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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MV03 EWL is a 2003 Ducati S4 R in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Ducati S4 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 10,040 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 S4 R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV03 EWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati S4 R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati S4 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV03 EWL registered?

MV03 EWL is a 2003 Ducati S4 R, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is MV03 EWL safe to buy?

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