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H849 VWU

1991 Ducati 851

Red Petrol 851cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

32,864 mi
Last recorded32,864 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Ducati 85121,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH849 VWU
MakeDucati
Model851
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine851cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 32,864 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 32,859 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 32,662 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 32,637 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 32,536 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 32,519 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 32,317 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 31,951 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 31,630 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 31,213 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 31,048 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 30,745 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 30,745 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 30,031 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 29,555 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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H849 VWU is a 1991 Ducati 851 in Red with a 851cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 H849 VWU, 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

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What year was H849 VWU registered?

H849 VWU is a 1991 Ducati 851, first registered on 1 March 1991.

Is H849 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H849 VWU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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