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MX53 FZA

2004 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,194 mi
Last recorded10,194 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Ducati 9987,154 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 FZA
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 10,194 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 10,128 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 10,124 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 10,118 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 9,934 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 9,912 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 9,837 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 9,706 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 9,649 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 9,425 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 9,425 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 8,908 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 8,283 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 7,954 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 7,898 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 7,748 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 7,135 miles

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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MX53 FZA is a 2004 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Ducati 998 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 7,154 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 MX53 FZA, 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 22 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 MX53 FZA registered?

MX53 FZA is a 2004 Ducati 998, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is MX53 FZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 FZA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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