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LJ08 KZW

2008 Ducati 1098

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,987 mi
Last recorded10,987 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Ducati 10989,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 KZW
MakeDucati
Model1098
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 10,987 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 10,976 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 10,940 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 10,836 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 9,835 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 6,825 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing unevenly (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2017 6,825 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing unevenly (4.1.3(ii))

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

bike started for test but failed to restart after being switched off

both front and rear brake fluids appear old - advise replacement

clutch fluid appears old - advise replacement

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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LJ08 KZW is a 2008 Ducati 1098 in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ08 KZW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ08 KZW registered?

LJ08 KZW is a 2008 Ducati 1098, first registered on 19 April 2008.

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The MOT history for LJ08 KZW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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