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MX03 MUE

2003 Ducati 998

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,146 mi
Last recorded7,146 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99810,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 MUE
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 7,146 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 7,145 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 6,809 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 6,802 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2008 6,802 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 5,964 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 2,858 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 2,858 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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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MX03 MUE is a 2003 Ducati 998 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MX03 MUE, 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 MX03 MUE?

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What year was MX03 MUE registered?

MX03 MUE is a 2003 Ducati 998, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MX03 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 MUE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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