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BU08 HNP

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,348 mi
Last recorded17,348 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 HNP
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 17,348 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 17,348 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 15,254 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 14,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2023 14,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 13,858 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 12,688 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 11,911 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 11,081 miles

CORRECT SIZE NUMBER PLATE STUCK OVER SMALL ONE AT TIME OF TEST

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front BRAKE LEVER BENT BUT NOT EFFECTING OPERATION

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2018 9,605 miles

Nearside Front brake disc has slight movement at fixings

Offside Front brake disc has slight movement at fixings

number plate light not fitted

number plate may not be suitable for road use

Fail 14 May 2018 9,598 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Nearside Front brake disc has slight movement at fixings

Offside Front brake disc has slight movement at fixings

number plate light not fitted

number plate may not be suitable for road use

Pass 18 May 2017 8,818 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 8,303 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 8,022 miles
Pass 4 May 2014 7,528 miles
Pass 19 May 2013 6,787 miles
Pass 27 May 2012 5,899 miles
Pass 22 May 2011 5,485 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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BU08 HNP is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 12,843 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 BU08 HNP, 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 18 years old, this Triumph Rocket III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU08 HNP?

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What year was BU08 HNP registered?

BU08 HNP is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is BU08 HNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 HNP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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