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BX56 VKH

2006 Triumph Rocket III

Gold Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,720 mi
Last recorded31,720 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Triumph Rocket III13,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX56 VKH
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 31,720 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2025 31,720 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2024 29,244 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 28,593 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 28,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 27,184 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 25,115 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 21,577 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 2.5 BAR OF RUN OUT ON FRONT BRAKE (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 2.5 BAR OF RUN OUT ON REAR BRAKE (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit TREAD DEPTH DOWN TO BETEWWN 2 AND 1.6 mm, UNVEN TREAD WEAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 17,430 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 15,289 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 14,549 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 14,549 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2015 13,069 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2014 12,690 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 May 2014 12,690 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 11,535 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 10,709 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 9,322 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 8,710 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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BX56 VKH is a 2006 Triumph Rocket III in Gold with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BX56 VKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX56 VKH registered?

BX56 VKH is a 2006 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 13 October 2006.

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