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GR08 VGA

2008 Ducati Monster

Red Petrol 696cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,742 mi
Last recorded37,742 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ducati Monster9,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR08 VGA
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine696cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 37,742 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 20,675 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 20,139 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 19,152 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 18,865 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 18,749 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 9 May 2020 16,992 miles
Fail 9 May 2020 16,989 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 13,364 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 11,968 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2018 11,968 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Ducati Monster?

Based on 11,287 MOT tests across 1,358 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
reflector on motorcycle missing 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Drive chain excessively loose 38
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GR08 VGA is a 2008 Ducati Monster in Red with a 696cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Ducati Monster models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 9,158 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 Monster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GR08 VGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati Monster typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Ducati Monster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GR08 VGA registered?

GR08 VGA is a 2008 Ducati Monster, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is GR08 VGA safe to buy?

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