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LJ08 KZS

2008 Ducati S4R

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,956 mi
Last recorded18,956 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Ducati S4R9,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 KZS
MakeDucati
ModelS4R
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 18,956 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 18,956 miles

Position lamp not working both front position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 18,564 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2023 18,561 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 16,970 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 16,699 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 15,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 15,532 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements reflector on reg plate (0.1 (d))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned affixed to reg plate (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 13,674 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 9,013 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 3,907 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 3,608 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 3,460 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 3,276 miles

Clocks mounting broken

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2011 2,610 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 2,610 miles

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Ducati S4R?

Based on 2,001 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
464
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 6
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LJ08 KZS is a 2008 Ducati S4R in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Ducati S4R models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 9,013 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 S4R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 KZS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati S4R typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Ducati S4R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ08 KZS registered?

LJ08 KZS is a 2008 Ducati S4R, first registered on 17 May 2008.

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