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MX05 HKG

2005 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

2,597 mi
Last recorded2,597 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Ducati 9985,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 HKG
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 2,597 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 2,560 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 2,530 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 2,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 2,457 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 2,427 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2015 2,417 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 2,389 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 2,389 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2013 2,360 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2011 2,337 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 2,197 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 2,177 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 2,062 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 2,062 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Ducati 998?

Based on 4,942 MOT tests across 554 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
352
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
554
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 12
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MX05 HKG is a 2005 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Ducati 998 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 5,150 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 998 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 HKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 998 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ducati 998 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX05 HKG registered?

MX05 HKG is a 2005 Ducati 998, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is MX05 HKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 HKG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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