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G148 WBU

1990 Ducati 851

Red Petrol 888cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

10,753 mi
Last recorded10,753 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Ducati 85119,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG148 WBU
MakeDucati
Model851
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine888cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 10,753 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 10,753 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 10,753 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 10,651 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 10,473 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 10,452 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 10,452 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 10,265 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 10,097 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 9,930 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 9,666 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 9,617 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 9,433 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 9,049 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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G148 WBU is a 1990 Ducati 851 in Red with a 888cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1990 Ducati 851 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 19,581 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 G148 WBU, 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 36 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 G148 WBU?

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What year was G148 WBU registered?

G148 WBU is a 1990 Ducati 851, first registered on 31 March 1990.

Is G148 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G148 WBU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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