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DK05 BLZ

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

46,756 mi
Last recorded46,756 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 BLZ
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 46,756 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 46,198 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 46,198 miles

Front Stop lamp not working lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2020 45,550 miles
Fail 5 May 2020 45,550 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 114,276 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 11,206 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 107,715 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 107,134 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 106,539 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Mar 2012 23,797 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 23,468 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 23,468 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 19,123 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 17,261 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 Apr 2009 17,261 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 15,137 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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DK05 BLZ is a 2005 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 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 14,623 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 DK05 BLZ, 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 21 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 DK05 BLZ registered?

DK05 BLZ is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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