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NK53 DLD

2003 Ducati 1000DS

Grey Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,131 mi
Last recorded15,131 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 1000DS11,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 DLD
MakeDucati
Model1000DS
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 15,131 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 19,121 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 15,000 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2024 14,973 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2023 14,208 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 14,197 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 14,085 miles

Front tyre old manufacture date

Rear tyre old manufacture date

Pass 11 Jul 2016 13,905 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 13,838 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 May 2013 13,838 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2012 13,774 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

side stand mounting bolts loose

Pass 18 Apr 2012 13,774 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

side stand mounting bolts loose

Pass 19 Apr 2011 13,581 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 13,581 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 334,356 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 12,922 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 8,085 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 4,151 miles

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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NK53 DLD is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS in Grey with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NK53 DLD, 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.

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What year was NK53 DLD registered?

NK53 DLD is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is NK53 DLD safe to buy?

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