CarVerify

Free Car Check

FA04 FBL

2004 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

31,198 mi
Last recorded31,198 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 2004 Triumph Rocket III15,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 FBL
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 31,198 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 30,336 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2020 30,336 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 28,741 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 27,066 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 24,856 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 23,479 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 21,570 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 19,001 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2012 18,025 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 18,025 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2011 17,038 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 17,038 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 15,571 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 15,571 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 14,165 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 14,165 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 12,819 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 9,324 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
Full Triumph Rocket III reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FA04 FBL is a 2004 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 73.7%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 15,262 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 FA04 FBL, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Rocket III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FA04 FBL?

You can check the full history of FA04 FBL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FA04 FBL registered?

FA04 FBL is a 2004 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is FA04 FBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA04 FBL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA04 FBL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FA04 FBL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.