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YB03 OLJ

2003 Ducati 749 S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

17,155 mi
Last recorded17,155 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Ducati 749 S10,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 OLJ
MakeDucati
Model749 S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 17,155 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 16,643 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 16,021 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 15,412 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 15,412 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 15,217 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 14,913 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 14,913 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 14,796 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 14,728 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 13,871 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 13,711 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 12,826 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 10,852 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 10,394 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 9,267 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 Oct 2011 9,267 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 8,650 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 8,650 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 8,521 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 8,466 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 7,308 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 5,150 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 749 S?

Based on 1,704 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
435
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 29
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
Headlamp aim too low 10
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YB03 OLJ is a 2003 Ducati 749 S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 749 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 10,472 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 S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB03 OLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YB03 OLJ?

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What year was YB03 OLJ registered?

YB03 OLJ is a 2003 Ducati 749 S, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is YB03 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB03 OLJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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