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RX53 UZC

2003 Ducati 1000DS

Red Petrol 992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

18,583 mi
Last recorded18,583 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 1000DS11,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 UZC
MakeDucati
Model1000DS
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine992cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 18,583 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 17,756 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2024 17,756 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 16,114 miles

Nearside SIDE STAND LOOSE

Pass 7 Nov 2022 15,446 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 14,476 miles

Offside Front Upper Intermittent fault on front brake light switch but working at time of test

Pass 26 Oct 2020 13,437 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 12,921 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 12,434 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front stansion corroded but no sign of oil leaks when tested

Offside Front Lower Front stansion corroded but no sign of oil leaks at time of test

Pass 9 Oct 2017 11,763 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 11,763 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 11,501 miles

Offside Lower Engine oil pressure switch leaking badly

Pass 26 Sep 2015 11,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Stansion pitted

Offside Front Lower stansion pitted

Pass 26 Sep 2014 10,297 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 9,565 miles

Crome comimng of inside of front headlight bowl

Intermitant fault on front brake light switch but working when tested

Pass 13 Aug 2012 7,563 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 6,059 miles

NUmber plate light has intermittant fault but working when tested.

Pass 15 Jun 2010 4,529 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 3,167 miles

Lot of travel on rear brake pedal but works ok.

Rear bbrake is slightly sticking.

Pass 14 Jul 2008 969 miles

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

Rear sprocket not fitted with sproket retaining nuts,locking device.

Pass 20 Jul 2007 10,366 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 9,681 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 9,623 miles

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

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 UZC is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS in Red with a 992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 UZC, 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 UZC?

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What year was RX53 UZC registered?

RX53 UZC is a 2003 Ducati 1000DS, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is RX53 UZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 UZC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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