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LJ09 KSV

2009 Ducati 1198 S

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,022 mi
Last recorded17,022 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ducati 1198 S8,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 KSV
MakeDucati
Model1198 S
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 17,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 17,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 16,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 16,612 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 16,362 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 16,123 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 15,796 miles

Exhaust noisy baffles missing (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 15,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 15,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 14,951 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 13,815 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (on bobbins) (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 11,555 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Disc to bobbins worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 9,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 9,572 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 7,436 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 6,597 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 6,449 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 5,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Ducati 1198 S?

Based on 1,576 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
433
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
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LJ09 KSV is a 2009 Ducati 1198 S in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Ducati 1198 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 8,200 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 1198 S fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ09 KSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 1198 S typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Ducati 1198 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ09 KSV registered?

LJ09 KSV is a 2009 Ducati 1198 S, first registered on 1 April 2009.

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