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KV53 DFG

2004 Ducati 749 S

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,802 mi
Last recorded23,802 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Ducati 749 S10,088 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 DFG
MakeDucati
Model749 S
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 23,802 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 23,802 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 23,687 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 23,687 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 23,471 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 23,471 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2022 23,315 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 23,202 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 22,961 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 22,724 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 22,641 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 22,190 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 21,810 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 21,128 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 20,507 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 19,378 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 18,193 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 18,193 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 15,822 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 14,014 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 8,380 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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KV53 DFG is a 2004 Ducati 749 S in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Ducati 749 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 10,088 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 KV53 DFG, 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 22 years old, this Ducati 749 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV53 DFG registered?

KV53 DFG is a 2004 Ducati 749 S, first registered on 9 February 2004.

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