Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster reliable? We analysed 3,274 real MOT tests across 340 vehicles to find out.
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The Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster.
Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,157 | 91.4% | 7,573 | 12,467 | 19,305 |
| 2012 | 571 | 93.9% | 7,117 | 13,251 | 20,056 |
| 2011 | 766 | 90.6% | 8,159 | 12,698 | 19,797 |
| 2010 | 683 | 90.6% | 7,184 | 13,487 | 22,692 |
How Long Does a Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster Last?
Based on 340 Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster vehicles on UK roads.
Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.9% MOT pass rate from 571 tests
90.6% MOT pass rate from 683 tests
The best year to buy a used Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.9% across 571 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster THIS CAR | 91.5% | 3,274 | 13,017 mi | 16 yrs |
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.1% | 235,206 | 7,823 mi | 53 yrs |
| Triumph Tiger | 90.6% | 196,853 | 17,026 mi | 32 yrs |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.3% | 158,613 | 21,242 mi | 33 yrs |
| Suzuki Ignis SZ5 Dualjet Shvs Allgrip | 91.7% | 1,271 | 23,070 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.5% across 3,274 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 27 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster owner drives around 1,072 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Triumph Rocket 111 Roadster models stay on UK roads for around 16 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.