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SC04 DUC

2004 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

3,298 mi
Last recorded3,298 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Ducati 9987,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC04 DUC
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 3,298 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 3,286 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 3,191 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 3,159 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 3,138 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 3,100 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Jun 2020 3,100 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 3,026 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 2,639 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 2,609 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2013 2,386 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 1,686 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2012 1,686 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 1,527 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 526 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 468 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 397 miles

fairing panel fitted incorrect/rectified

Fail 24 Mar 2007 397 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

fairing panel fitted incorrect/rectified

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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SC04 DUC is a 2004 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SC04 DUC, 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 SC04 DUC registered?

SC04 DUC is a 2004 Ducati 998, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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