Ducati 749

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 748 cc

K8 UKEMOT history

K8 UKE is a red petrol Ducati 749 first used on 11 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 16,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
16,311 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 UKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ducati
Model
749
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
748 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
3 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 UKE was last recorded at 16,311 miles on 3 May 2025, 903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
15,408 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
903 miles
Average per year
481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 16,311 miles
  • 2024 – 15,408 miles
  • 2023 – 13,105 miles
  • 2021 – 12,943 miles
  • 2014 – 11,903 miles
  • 2013 – 11,214 miles
  • 2012 – 10,083 miles
  • 2011 – 9,219 miles
  • 2009 – 9,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass16,311 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Switchgear on handlebar not pegged/fixed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass16,311 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    16,311 miles
    Test number
    362648606953
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail16,311 miles (+903)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,311 miles
    Test number
    380023666143
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass15,408 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    15,408 miles
    Test number
    836127539600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail15,359 miles (+2,254)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,359 miles
    Test number
    676583197226
    • DangerousStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

  5. Pass13,105 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    13,105 miles
    Test number
    338652163685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass12,943 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    12,943 miles
    Test number
    216327879081
    • AdvisoryNearside Switchgear on handlebar not pegged/fixed
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering damper has reduced effect

  7. Fail12,943 miles (+1,040)5 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,943 miles
    Test number
    750380500778
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Size and spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering damper ineffective (2.1.4 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever has more travel than expected before operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Switchgear on handlebar not pegged/fixed
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass11,903 miles (+689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    11,903 miles
    Test number
    157702904133
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  9. Pass11,214 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    11,214 miles
    Test number
    266030903472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail11,208 miles (+1,125)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,208 miles
    Test number
    308466793039
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  11. Pass10,083 miles (+864)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    10,083 miles
    Test number
    476546442084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass9,219 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,219 miles
    Test number
    108468171480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass9,146 miles (+589)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    9,146 miles
    Test number
    490881589253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass8,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    8,557 miles
    Test number
    853027179046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail8,557 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,557 miles
    Test number
    961087279036
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Questions about K8 UKE

Does K8 UKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 UKE expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 UKE?
The MOT on K8 UKE expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 UKE done?
K8 UKE was recorded at 16,311 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2025, an average of 481 miles a year.
Has K8 UKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 UKE has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 UKE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K8 UKE find?
K8 UKE passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) close to minimum limit; rear suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm.

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