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SH53 DUK

2004 Ducati 998

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

12,280 mi
Last recorded12,280 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Ducati 9987,154 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 DUK
MakeDucati
Model998
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 12,280 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 12,190 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 12,086 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 11,827 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 11,016 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 11,016 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 10,228 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 7,826 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 7,430 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 6,238 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 2,399 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 197 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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SH53 DUK is a 2004 Ducati 998 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SH53 DUK, 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.

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What year was SH53 DUK registered?

SH53 DUK is a 2004 Ducati 998, first registered on 9 February 2004.

Is SH53 DUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 DUK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH53 DUK have outstanding finance?

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