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A23 BYK

2006 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,067 mi
Last recorded12,067 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Rocket III13,741 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 BYK
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 12,067 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 10,499 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 9,457 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 9,227 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 8,016 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2019 8,016 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 May 2018 6,466 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2017 6,372 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 6,183 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.4mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 5,955 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 3,198 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 3,198 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 May 2013 2,542 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 2,412 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 1,760 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 1,536 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Rocket III?

Based on 18,685 MOT tests across 1,561 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
831
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,561
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 76
reflector on motorcycle missing 73
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 63
Headlamp aim too low 47
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A23 BYK is a 2006 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 13,741 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 Triumph Rocket III fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 BYK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Rocket III typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Triumph Rocket III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A23 BYK registered?

A23 BYK is a 2006 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is A23 BYK safe to buy?

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