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SML 380Y

1983 Ducati 900

Black Petrol 864cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,783 mi
Last recorded34,783 miles
Recorded on31 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Ducati 90036,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSML 380Y
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine864cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2012 34,783 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 34,178 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 32,732 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 31,925 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 31,835 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 31,673 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 31,673 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 31,279 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Ducati 900?

Based on 13,972 MOT tests across 1,848 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
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SML 380Y is a 1983 Ducati 900 in Black with a 864cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 36,606 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 900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 131 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SML 380Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 43 years old, this Ducati 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SML 380Y registered?

SML 380Y is a 1983 Ducati 900, first registered on 12 January 1983.

Is SML 380Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SML 380Y shows 8 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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