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G851 VYX

1990 Ducati 851

Red Petrol 851cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,728 mi
Last recorded9,728 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Ducati 85119,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG851 VYX
MakeDucati
Model851
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine851cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 9,728 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 9,484 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 9,336 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 9,100 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 8,816 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 8,308 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 7,950 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 7,950 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 7,619 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 7,213 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 6,503 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 6,255 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 5,845 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 5,603 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 5,603 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2006 4,901 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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G851 VYX is a 1990 Ducati 851 in Red with a 851cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G851 VYX, 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 G851 VYX?

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What year was G851 VYX registered?

G851 VYX is a 1990 Ducati 851, first registered on 22 June 1990.

Is G851 VYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G851 VYX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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