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SF05 ABV

2005 Ducati 749

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,231 mi
Last recorded23,231 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Ducati 7499,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 ABV
MakeDucati
Model749
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 23,231 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 23,215 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 22,627 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 21,263 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 20,855 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 20,261 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 19,784 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 19,202 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 19,192 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 19,192 miles

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 18,322 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 18,322 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 May 2016 17,438 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 15,414 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 13,945 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 13,293 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 12,392 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 10,809 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 8,404 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 5,682 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 5,682 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Ducati 749?

Based on 10,480 MOT tests across 1,010 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
499
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,010
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 117
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 81
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 34
Direction indicator not working 30
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SF05 ABV is a 2005 Ducati 749 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 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 9,730 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 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF05 ABV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Ducati 749 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF05 ABV registered?

SF05 ABV is a 2005 Ducati 749, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is SF05 ABV safe to buy?

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