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BD52 FGA

2003 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,227 mi
Last recorded34,227 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99810,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 FGA
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 34,227 miles

Front Tyre wearing unevenly

Offside Front Brake disc has slight movement at fixings

Fail 9 May 2023 34,227 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component has an unsafe modification Has wood supporting top mounting??? (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Mudguard has bolt missing/loose

Front Tyre wearing unevenly

Offside Front Brake disc has movement at fixings

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 30,971 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 27,303 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 20,622 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 20,620 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 20,614 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 20,548 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 20,544 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 20,476 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jul 2011 19,293 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 19,144 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 15,671 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 14,705 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 12,010 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 9,801 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 998?

Based on 4,942 MOT tests across 554 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
352
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
554
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 12
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BD52 FGA is a 2003 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Ducati 998 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 10,985 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 998 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD52 FGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 998 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati 998 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD52 FGA registered?

BD52 FGA is a 2003 Ducati 998, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is BD52 FGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 FGA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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