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VO51 ELV

2001 Ducati S4

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

11,009 mi
Last recorded11,009 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Ducati S411,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO51 ELV
MakeDucati
ModelS4
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 11,009 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 11,005 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 10,520 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No pillion footrests fitted (rear seat cowl fitted)

Fail 19 Sep 2024 10,520 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No pillion footrests fitted (rear seat cowl fitted)

Pass 25 Sep 2023 10,262 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 9,246 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 8,016 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 7,660 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 4,747 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 3,069 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 3,069 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 2,927 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 2,924 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 2,557 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 2,262 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 2,262 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 2,074 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 2,074 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 1,991 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 1,956 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 1,921 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 1,608 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati S4?

Based on 5,087 MOT tests across 527 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
467
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 20
Direction indicator not working 20
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VO51 ELV is a 2001 Ducati S4 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Ducati S4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 11,849 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 S4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VO51 ELV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati S4 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Ducati S4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VO51 ELV registered?

VO51 ELV is a 2001 Ducati S4, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is VO51 ELV safe to buy?

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