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DK08 CKE

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,265 mi
Last recorded49,265 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 CKE
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 49,265 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 48,044 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 48,044 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 46,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 46,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 42,750 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2022 42,750 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 41,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2021 41,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 May 2020 39,500 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 38,810 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 37,284 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 May 2017 34,704 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 34,182 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 31,328 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 30,547 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 24,453 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 18,956 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 15,879 miles

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

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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DK08 CKE is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DK08 CKE, 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.

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What year was DK08 CKE registered?

DK08 CKE is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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