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MF52 FFJ

2002 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,517 mi
Last recorded15,517 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Ducati 99810,335 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF52 FFJ
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 15,517 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 14,600 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 14,547 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 12,675 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 11,156 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 10,865 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 10,479 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 10,479 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 9,156 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 5,342 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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MF52 FFJ is a 2002 Ducati 998 in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Ducati 998 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 10,335 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 MF52 FFJ, 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 24 years old, this Ducati 998 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MF52 FFJ registered?

MF52 FFJ is a 2002 Ducati 998, first registered on 8 October 2002.

Is MF52 FFJ safe to buy?

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