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LJ09 MRU

2009 Ducati 1198 S

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,631 mi
Last recorded14,631 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Ducati 1198 S8,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 MRU
MakeDucati
Model1198 S
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 14,631 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 13,781 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 12,552 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 12,062 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 11,908 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 11,908 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 11,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 10,699 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2018 10,699 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 9,717 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 8,508 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 7,916 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 6,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 5,408 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 4,293 miles

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 MRU is a 2009 Ducati 1198 S in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MRU, 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 MRU registered?

LJ09 MRU is a 2009 Ducati 1198 S, first registered on 21 May 2009.

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