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H493 HVU

1991 Ducati 851

Red Petrol 851cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,089 mi
Last recorded24,089 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1991 Ducati 85121,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH493 HVU
MakeDucati
Model851
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine851cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 24,089 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 24,006 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 23,718 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 23,064 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 22,750 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 22,241 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 21,459 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 20,559 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 19,941 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 18,699 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 17,725 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 16,805 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 16,805 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 16,359 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 14,976 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 14,412 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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H493 HVU is a 1991 Ducati 851 in Red with a 851cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1991 Ducati 851 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 21,728 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 H493 HVU, 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 35 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 H493 HVU?

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What year was H493 HVU registered?

H493 HVU is a 1991 Ducati 851, first registered on 17 May 1991.

Is H493 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H493 HVU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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