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HF03 VXJ

2003 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,606 mi
Last recorded34,606 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99810,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 VXJ
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 34,606 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 33,512 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 33,297 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 32,655 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 32,289 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 30,197 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 29,078 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 28,257 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 27,173 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 26,229 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 25,258 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 23,493 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,563 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 21,016 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 May 2011 21,016 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2010 18,722 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 18,722 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 16,952 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 14,870 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 12,810 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 12,810 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 11,524 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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HF03 VXJ is a 2003 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF03 VXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF03 VXJ registered?

HF03 VXJ is a 2003 Ducati 998, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is HF03 VXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF03 VXJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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