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HX03 KBF

2003 Ducati 749S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

4,444 mi
Last recorded4,444 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati 749S8,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 KBF
MakeDucati
Model749S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 4,444 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 4,431 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 4,397 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 4,397 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

2 bolts missing from seat unit

Pass 21 Sep 2016 4,378 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 4,229 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 3,976 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 3,661 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 3,431 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 3,140 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 2,271 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 1,113 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 1,612 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 1,173 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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HX03 KBF is a 2003 Ducati 749S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HX03 KBF, 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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What year was HX03 KBF registered?

HX03 KBF is a 2003 Ducati 749S, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is HX03 KBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX03 KBF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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