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V9 GBB

2009 Ducati 1198 S

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,963 mi
Last recorded10,963 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Ducati 1198 S8,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV9 GBB
MakeDucati
Model1198 S
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 10,963 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 10,820 miles

Gear lever pivot worn

Pass 27 Feb 2024 10,727 miles

Front Brake bobbins worn

Pass 23 Feb 2023 10,589 miles

Front Brake disc bobbins worn.

Pass 10 Jul 2015 7,432 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 5,857 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 4,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2012 1,725 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 1,724 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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V9 GBB is a 2009 Ducati 1198 S in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V9 GBB, 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 V9 GBB registered?

V9 GBB is a 2009 Ducati 1198 S, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is V9 GBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V9 GBB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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