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MLJ 857W

1981 Ducati 900

Black Petrol 864cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,849 mi
Last recorded27,849 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 1981 Ducati 90026,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLJ 857W
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine864cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2019 27,849 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 27,996 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 27,330 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 26,908 miles

Fuel cap seal poor

Small pit in left fork

Pass 27 Apr 2015 26,537 miles

headlamp reflector poor

Pass 23 Apr 2014 26,292 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 25,961 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 25,500 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 25,342 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 24,916 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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MLJ 857W is a 1981 Ducati 900 in Black with a 864cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 26,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MLJ 857W, 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 45 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 MLJ 857W registered?

MLJ 857W is a 1981 Ducati 900, first registered on 22 January 1981.

Is MLJ 857W safe to buy?

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