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PN05 VSX

2005 Ducati 749 S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

10,837 mi
Last recorded10,837 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ducati 749 S9,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 VSX
MakeDucati
Model749 S
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 10,837 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 10,837 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 10,787 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 10,784 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 10,599 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 10,599 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 10,311 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 9,841 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 9,804 miles

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top shock bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 9,804 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel lever fouls fairing at full travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top shock bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 9,506 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 9,474 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 9,474 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 7,929 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 7,647 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 7,309 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 7,199 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 6,795 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 5,490 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 2,365 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 2,029 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 749 S?

Based on 1,704 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
Headlamp aim too low 10
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PN05 VSX is a 2005 Ducati 749 S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Ducati 749 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 9,720 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 749 S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN05 VSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749 S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ducati 749 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN05 VSX registered?

PN05 VSX is a 2005 Ducati 749 S, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is PN05 VSX safe to buy?

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