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H487 NLJ

2002 Ducati 851

Black Petrol 851cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,330 mi
Last recorded15,330 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH487 NLJ
MakeDucati
Model851
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine851cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 15,330 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 15,330 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 15,330 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 15,330 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 15,291 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 15,246 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 15,031 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 14,839 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 14,570 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 13,846 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 13,665 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 13,437 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 131,437 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

How Reliable is the Ducati 851?

Based on 2,020 MOT tests across 300 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
300
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 7
Direction indicator missing 6
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H487 NLJ is a 2002 Ducati 851 in Black with a 851cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

The most common reason a Ducati 851 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H487 NLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 851 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Ducati 851 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H487 NLJ registered?

H487 NLJ is a 2002 Ducati 851, first registered on 19 November 2002.

Is H487 NLJ safe to buy?

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