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NLJ 486W

1981 Ducati 900

Black Petrol 864cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,145 mi
Last recorded37,145 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 1981 Ducati 90026,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLJ 486W
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine864cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2015 37,145 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 35,709 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 35,067 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 35,064 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 34,330 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 34,003 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 34,000 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2005 33,568 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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NLJ 486W is a 1981 Ducati 900 in Black with a 864cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 NLJ 486W, 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 NLJ 486W registered?

NLJ 486W is a 1981 Ducati 900, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is NLJ 486W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLJ 486W shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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