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A525 VMH

1983 Ducati Pantah

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,585 mi
Last recorded35,585 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Ducati Pantah31,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA525 VMH
MakeDucati
ModelPantah
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 35,585 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 35,189 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 35,012 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 35,012 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2015 33,823 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 May 2013 31,755 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 29,288 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 29,270 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 28,999 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati Pantah?

Based on 625 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
277
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
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A525 VMH is a 1983 Ducati Pantah in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Ducati Pantah models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 31,755 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 Pantah fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A525 VMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati Pantah typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Ducati Pantah is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A525 VMH registered?

A525 VMH is a 1983 Ducati Pantah, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A525 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A525 VMH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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