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WYA 290W

1981 Ducati 900SS

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,061 mi
Last recorded37,061 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2022
Typical for 1981 Ducati 900SS36,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYA 290W
MakeDucati
Model900SS
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2022 37,061 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 36,591 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 36,304 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 35,764 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 35,764 miles

Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 35,274 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 35,109 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 34,640 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 34,640 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 33,729 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear brake fluid is getting low

Pass 15 Nov 2014 33,076 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 32,776 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 32,496 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 31,116 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 29,691 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 26,394 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 28,303 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 27,059 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 900SS?

Based on 2,654 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 11
suspension bush has excessive free play 8
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WYA 290W is a 1981 Ducati 900SS in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Ducati 900SS models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 36,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 900SS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WYA 290W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900SS typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Ducati 900SS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WYA 290W registered?

WYA 290W is a 1981 Ducati 900SS, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is WYA 290W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYA 290W shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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