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FJ08 GME

2008 Ducati 1098S

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,359 mi
Last recorded6,359 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ducati 1098S7,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 GME
MakeDucati
Model1098S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 6,359 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 6,359 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 6,336 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 5,527 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 3,866 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Ducati 1098S?

Based on 1,187 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
444
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 4
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 3
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FJ08 GME is a 2008 Ducati 1098S in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Ducati 1098S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 7,269 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 1098S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 GME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was FJ08 GME registered?

FJ08 GME is a 2008 Ducati 1098S, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FJ08 GME safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 GME shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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