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E3 RKT

2006 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

25,538 mi
Last recorded25,538 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Rocket III13,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 RKT
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 25,538 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 25,093 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 24,040 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 23,008 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 22,192 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 22,125 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected brake valve on pedal leaking and excuse travel (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 29 May 2018 21,045 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 18,441 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 18,164 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 13,609 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 12,588 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 12,587 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 31 May 2013 11,069 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 10,742 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 10,213 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 9,438 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 8,507 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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E3 RKT is a 2006 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 E3 RKT, 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.

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What year was E3 RKT registered?

E3 RKT is a 2006 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 29 July 2006.

Is E3 RKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 RKT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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