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YJ08 EKM

2008 Ducati 1098S

Multi-colour Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

10,504 mi
Last recorded10,504 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ducati 1098S7,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 EKM
MakeDucati
Model1098S
Year2008
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 10,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 10,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 10,503 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 10,500 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 9,433 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 8,832 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 8,521 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 7,923 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 7,230 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 6,362 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 5,487 miles

no lower fairing panels fitted at time of test

Pass 31 Mar 2012 4,810 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 4,810 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 3,450 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 1098S?

Based on 1,187 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
444
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 4
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 3
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YJ08 EKM is a 2008 Ducati 1098S in Multi-colour with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Ducati 1098S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 7,269 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 1098S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ08 EKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 1098S typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Ducati 1098S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ08 EKM registered?

YJ08 EKM is a 2008 Ducati 1098S, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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