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AU08 BLZ

2008 Ducati 1098

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,668 mi
Last recorded12,668 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ducati 10989,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 BLZ
MakeDucati
Model1098
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 12,668 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 11,773 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 10,928 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 9,556 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 8,819 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 8,675 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 8,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 8,575 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 7,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2017 7,966 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 7,655 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 7,556 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 7,021 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2014 7,009 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 6,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 6,299 miles

front brakes drag

Pass 7 Mar 2011 5,991 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 1098?

Based on 4,628 MOT tests across 509 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
567
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
509
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Headlamp aim too high 11
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AU08 BLZ is a 2008 Ducati 1098 in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Ducati 1098 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 9,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 1098 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 BLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 1098 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Ducati 1098 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU08 BLZ registered?

AU08 BLZ is a 2008 Ducati 1098, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is AU08 BLZ safe to buy?

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