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F308 SHM

1989 Ducati 851

Red Petrol 851cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,020 mi
Last recorded35,020 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Ducati 85125,868 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF308 SHM
MakeDucati
Model851
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine851cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 35,020 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 34,978 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 34,939 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 34,900 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 34,900 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 34,801 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,677 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 34,540 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 May 2017 34,409 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 34,290 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 34,092 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 33,909 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 33,583 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 33,372 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 32,983 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 32,670 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 32,254 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 31,757 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 31,122 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 30,458 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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F308 SHM is a 1989 Ducati 851 in Red with a 851cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1989 Ducati 851 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 25,868 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 F308 SHM, 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 37 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 F308 SHM registered?

F308 SHM is a 1989 Ducati 851, first registered on 25 May 1989.

Is F308 SHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F308 SHM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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