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WP52 ZVU

2002 Ducati 749S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,511 mi
Last recorded11,511 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Ducati 749S6,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP52 ZVU
MakeDucati
Model749S
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 11,511 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 11,495 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 11,495 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished hard (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2024 11,474 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 May 2024 11,474 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 11,423 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 11,423 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 May 2022 11,343 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 May 2022 11,299 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 6 May 2021 11,181 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 10,977 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 10,379 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 9,902 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 9,664 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 8,566 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 7,979 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 11,336 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 6,218 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 4 May 2012 5,504 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 4,498 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 3,085 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 2,382 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 1,809 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 56 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 749S?

Based on 1,582 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Headlamp aim too low 9
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 8
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WP52 ZVU is a 2002 Ducati 749S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Ducati 749S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 6,218 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 749S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WP52 ZVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 749S typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Ducati 749S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WP52 ZVU registered?

WP52 ZVU is a 2002 Ducati 749S, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is WP52 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP52 ZVU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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