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WX08 UCL

2008 Ducati 1098

Red Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,546 mi
Last recorded17,546 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ducati 10989,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 UCL
MakeDucati
Model1098
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 17,546 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 17,546 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 17,404 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @1.1mm just off centre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 17,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2022 17,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 17,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 17,055 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 16,994 miles

Exhaust noisy

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

Fail 28 Jun 2018 16,994 miles

Exhaust noisy

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 16,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 16,782 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 14,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 15 May 2015 14,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 May 2014 13,162 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 11,649 miles

front brake discs slightly smaller in diameter than standard

Pass 19 May 2012 10,560 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 10,560 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2011 8,887 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2011 8,887 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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WX08 UCL is a 2008 Ducati 1098 in Red with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WX08 UCL, 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 WX08 UCL registered?

WX08 UCL is a 2008 Ducati 1098, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is WX08 UCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX08 UCL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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