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LJ03 DUA

2003 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

20,569 mi
Last recorded20,569 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99810,985 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 DUA
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 20,569 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 19,322 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 19,321 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 19,319 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 19,283 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014
Pass 2 Aug 2013 18,891 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 18,713 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 18,713 miles

Nearside Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 18,442 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 17,835 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 16,411 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 15,141 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 14,821 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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LJ03 DUA is a 2003 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LJ03 DUA, 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

How do I check the history of LJ03 DUA?

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What year was LJ03 DUA registered?

LJ03 DUA is a 2003 Ducati 998, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LJ03 DUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 DUA 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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