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TH53 XXX

2003 Ducati 749S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

6,446 mi
Last recorded6,446 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Ducati 749S8,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTH53 XXX
MakeDucati
Model749S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 6,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Mar 2021 6,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2020 6,439 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 6,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 6,427 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 6,326 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 6,290 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 6,255 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 6,110 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 6,004 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 5,991 miles

Number Plate Light Not Working

Fail 15 Jun 2012 5,971 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Number plate light not working

Pass 2 Apr 2011 5,853 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 5,838 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 5,296 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

mirror damaged

Fail 26 Mar 2010 5,296 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

mirror damaged

Pass 23 Mar 2009 3,786 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 749S?

Based on 1,582 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Headlamp aim too low 9
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 8
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TH53 XXX is a 2003 Ducati 749S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 749S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 8,649 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 749S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TH53 XXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 749S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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TH53 XXX is a 2003 Ducati 749S, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is TH53 XXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for TH53 XXX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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