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SN03 XAV

2003 Ducati 999

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,310 mi
Last recorded15,310 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99910,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 XAV
MakeDucati
Model999
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 15,310 miles

headlamp masked at time of test

Fail 22 Jul 2024 15,303 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

headlamp masked at time of test

Pass 20 Jun 2022 15,204 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 14,737 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 14,366 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2016 13,675 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 12,678 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 11,803 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 10,222 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2012 9,094 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2012 9,079 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,436 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2009 7,412 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 7,393 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 5,881 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2006 4,502 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 999?

Based on 8,099 MOT tests across 816 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
476
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
816
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 104
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 64
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 38
Headlamp aim too low 29
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SN03 XAV is a 2003 Ducati 999 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 999 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 10,302 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 999 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN03 XAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 999 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 999 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SN03 XAV registered?

SN03 XAV is a 2003 Ducati 999, first registered on 6 August 2003.

Is SN03 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN03 XAV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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