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L982 ELJ

1994 Ducati M600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,557 mi
Last recorded51,557 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Ducati M60018,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL982 ELJ
MakeDucati
ModelM600
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 51,557 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 51,497 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 50,159 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 46,279 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 1 Dec 2018 46,143 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Fork yoke fractured (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 35,424 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Nov 2016 24,642 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 24,525 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati M600?

Based on 10,242 MOT tests across 1,077 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
465
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,077
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 193
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
reflector on motorcycle missing 116
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 82
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L982 ELJ is a 1994 Ducati M600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Ducati M600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 18,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati M600 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L982 ELJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M600 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Ducati M600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L982 ELJ registered?

L982 ELJ is a 1994 Ducati M600, first registered on 1 July 1994.

Is L982 ELJ safe to buy?

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