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RX53 UZB

2003 Ducati 1000DS

Red Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,337 mi
Last recorded27,337 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Ducati 1000DS11,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 UZB
MakeDucati
Model1000DS
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 27,337 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 26,246 miles

120/70/ZR17/58W 3mm. 180/55/ZR17/73W 3mm.

Colour of the bike is Matt Green, customer advised to change V5.

Pass 21 Sep 2018 25,280 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 25,280 miles

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 22,960 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 19,504 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 14,893 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 11,556 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 9,223 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 6,695 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 139 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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RX53 UZB is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS in Red with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RX53 UZB, 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

How do I check the history of RX53 UZB?

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What year was RX53 UZB registered?

RX53 UZB is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is RX53 UZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 UZB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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