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NK03 VPX

2003 Ducati 996

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,905 mi
Last recorded24,905 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99611,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK03 VPX
MakeDucati
Model996
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 24,905 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 24,905 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 24,905 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 24,985 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 24,985 miles

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 24,208 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 22,026 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 22,026 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 16,018 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 14,209 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 13,152 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 11,934 miles

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

How Reliable is the Ducati 996?

Based on 17,371 MOT tests across 1,890 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 58
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 45
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NK03 VPX is a 2003 Ducati 996 in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 996 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 11,739 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 996 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK03 VPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 996 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 996 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NK03 VPX registered?

NK03 VPX is a 2003 Ducati 996, first registered on 26 May 2003.

Is NK03 VPX safe to buy?

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