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J224 BSS

1992 Ducati 851

Red Petrol 851cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,508 mi
Last recorded16,508 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Ducati 85120,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ224 BSS
MakeDucati
Model851
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine851cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 16,508 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2025 16,377 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 16,282 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 16,282 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 15,892 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 15,300 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 14,778 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 14,778 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 14,116 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 13,925 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 13,797 miles

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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J224 BSS is a 1992 Ducati 851 in Red with a 851cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1992 Ducati 851 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 20,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J224 BSS, 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 34 years old, this Ducati 851 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J224 BSS registered?

J224 BSS is a 1992 Ducati 851, first registered on 20 May 1992.

Is J224 BSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J224 BSS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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