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FJ03 VKV

2003 Ducati Monster

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,947 mi
Last recorded27,947 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Ducati Monster10,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 VKV
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 27,947 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 27,935 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.14mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 27,224 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2015 27,211 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 25,048 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 24,252 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 24,203 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 24,203 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 22 Jun 2009 21,926 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 21,926 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 16,356 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 15,535 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 12,380 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati Monster?

Based on 11,287 MOT tests across 1,358 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
reflector on motorcycle missing 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Drive chain excessively loose 38
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FJ03 VKV is a 2003 Ducati Monster in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Ducati Monster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 10,199 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 Monster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ03 VKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati Monster typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Ducati Monster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ03 VKV registered?

FJ03 VKV is a 2003 Ducati Monster, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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