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MX53 ZFC

2003 Ducati 1000DS

Black Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,742 mi
Last recorded43,742 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 1000DS11,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 ZFC
MakeDucati
Model1000DS
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 43,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 43,018 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 42,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leaking slightly at header to intermediate pipe connection (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 42,709 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Poor repair (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 31,204 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2019 26,486 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 25,417 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 25,354 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 24,487 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2013 24,121 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,653 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 17,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 May 2010 10,445 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2010 10,445 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 4,083 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 1,556 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 17 Apr 2008 1,556 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 May 2007

How Reliable is the Ducati 1000DS?

Based on 1,096 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
777
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Headlamp aim too low 6
Indicator tell tale not functioning 6
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MX53 ZFC is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS in Black with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 1000DS models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 11,063 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 1000DS fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX53 ZFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 1000DS typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 1000DS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX53 ZFC registered?

MX53 ZFC is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is MX53 ZFC safe to buy?

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