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YJ08 XUU

2008 Ducati 1098S

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,988 mi
Last recorded17,988 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ducati 1098S7,269 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 XUU
MakeDucati
Model1098S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 17,988 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 16,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 14,302 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 13,781 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 11,708 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 9,669 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 8,595 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 7,873 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 6,043 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 4,405 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 4,405 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 4,248 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 4,248 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 XUU is a 2008 Ducati 1098S in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XUU, 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 XUU registered?

YJ08 XUU is a 2008 Ducati 1098S, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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The MOT history for YJ08 XUU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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