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BPJ 838T

1979 Ducati 900

Blue Petrol 864cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

31,116 mi
Last recorded31,116 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 1979 Ducati 90024,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPJ 838T
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine864cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2014 31,116 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 29,524 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 29,181 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 28,732 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2008 28,732 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Fail 30 May 2008 28,726 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 28,510 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 28,510 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 28,304 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 28,062 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 900?

Based on 13,972 MOT tests across 1,848 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
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BPJ 838T is a 1979 Ducati 900 in Blue with a 864cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1979 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 24,670 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 900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 131 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPJ 838T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Ducati 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPJ 838T registered?

BPJ 838T is a 1979 Ducati 900, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is BPJ 838T safe to buy?

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