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MX53 FZH

2003 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

8,101 mi
Last recorded8,101 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Ducati 99810,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 FZH
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 8,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 8,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2016 7,624 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 7,217 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 7,217 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 6,604 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 26 Jun 2010 6,559 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 5,638 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 4,011 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 4,011 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 2,231 miles

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

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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MX53 FZH is a 2003 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 MX53 FZH, 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

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What year was MX53 FZH registered?

MX53 FZH is a 2003 Ducati 998, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is MX53 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 FZH shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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