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MX53 ZFJ

2004 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,389 mi
Last recorded31,389 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Ducati 9987,154 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 ZFJ
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 31,389 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 31,259 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 30,873 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 30,059 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 28,805 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 28,606 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 27,168 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 26,041 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 26,041 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 23,474 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2010 21,990 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 20,546 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2008 15,772 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 15,728 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 11,213 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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MX53 ZFJ is a 2004 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Ducati 998 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 7,154 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 ZFJ, 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 22 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 ZFJ registered?

MX53 ZFJ is a 2004 Ducati 998, first registered on 2 January 2004.

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