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DX08 NFN

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,813 mi
Last recorded28,813 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 NFN
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 28,813 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 28,813 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 28,450 miles

Front disc bobbins slight play

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust blowing slightly on clamp,and corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2022 20,866 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 18,929 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 18,826 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 17,114 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 14,457 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 12,647 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 10,719 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 6,998 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 2,029 miles

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

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

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

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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DX08 NFN is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX08 NFN, 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

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What year was DX08 NFN registered?

DX08 NFN is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is DX08 NFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 NFN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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