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MX53 FZD

2003 Ducati Multistrada

Red Petrol 1078cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,952 mi
Last recorded19,952 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati Multistrada13,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 FZD
MakeDucati
ModelMultistrada
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,078cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 19,952 miles

Central Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 May 2021 19,052 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 28 May 2021 19,052 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2019 17,588 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2019 17,588 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 17,549 miles

Drive chain slightly loose chain dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2012 16,745 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 14,842 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 13,586 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 13,586 miles

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2009 12,896 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 10,242 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati Multistrada?

Based on 30,770 MOT tests across 4,046 vehicles.

90.7%
Pass Rate
1,254
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
4,046
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 101
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 64
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MX53 FZD is a 2003 Ducati Multistrada in Red with a 1,078cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Ducati Multistrada models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 13,029 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 Multistrada fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX53 FZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was MX53 FZD registered?

MX53 FZD is a 2003 Ducati Multistrada, first registered on 11 October 2003.

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