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SIG 1098

2008 Ducati 1098S

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

8,442 mi
Last recorded8,442 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ducati 1098S7,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 1098
MakeDucati
Model1098S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 8,442 miles

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 8,309 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 8,139 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 7,773 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 7,741 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 7,533 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2017 7,490 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2016 7,122 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 6,380 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 6,111 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 5,125 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 4,117 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 3,408 miles

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

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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SIG 1098 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 92.3%.

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 SIG 1098, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SIG 1098?

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What year was SIG 1098 registered?

SIG 1098 is a 2008 Ducati 1098S, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is SIG 1098 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 1098 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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