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AE51 YVJ

2002 Ducati ST4S

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,806 mi
Last recorded27,806 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Ducati ST4S17,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 YVJ
MakeDucati
ModelST4S
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 27,806 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 27,579 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 26,732 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 26,353 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 26,353 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 26,339 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 26,151 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 25,344 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,449 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 21,395 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 18,681 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 16,669 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 14,528 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 12,028 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 8,618 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 8,547 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 7,934 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 7,934 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 4,395 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 3,233 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati ST4S?

Based on 6,084 MOT tests across 498 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 72
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 53
wheel bearings are excessively rough 35
wheel bearings have excessive free play 22
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 15
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AE51 YVJ is a 2002 Ducati ST4S in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Ducati ST4S models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 17,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati ST4S fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 YVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST4S typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Ducati ST4S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 YVJ registered?

AE51 YVJ is a 2002 Ducati ST4S, first registered on 9 February 2002.

Is AE51 YVJ safe to buy?

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