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MX08 VAV

2008 Ducati 848

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,257 mi
Last recorded14,257 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Ducati 8489,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 VAV
MakeDucati
Model848
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 14,257 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 8,939 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 8,878 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 8,174 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 8,174 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 8,112 miles

both tyres getting low

Pass 12 Mar 2016 7,040 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 5,633 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 5,633 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 4,609 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 4,047 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 848?

Based on 8,393 MOT tests across 900 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
603
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
900
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 34
Headlamp aim too high 20
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 19
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MX08 VAV is a 2008 Ducati 848 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Ducati 848 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 9,884 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 848 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX08 VAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 848 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Ducati 848 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX08 VAV registered?

MX08 VAV is a 2008 Ducati 848, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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The MOT history for MX08 VAV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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