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F535 VEL

1989 Ducati 851

Red Petrol 851cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,536 mi
Last recorded18,536 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Ducati 85125,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF535 VEL
MakeDucati
Model851
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine851cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 18,536 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 17,894 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 17,762 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 17,708 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 17,656 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 17,277 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 17,244 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 17,220 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 16,595 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 15,876 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 15,839 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 15,816 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,794 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 15,766 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 15,744 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 14,850 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 14,427 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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F535 VEL is a 1989 Ducati 851 in Red with a 851cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F535 VEL, 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

How do I check the history of F535 VEL?

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What year was F535 VEL registered?

F535 VEL is a 1989 Ducati 851, first registered on 13 January 1989.

Is F535 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F535 VEL shows 17 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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