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FJ08 WEA

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Silver Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,664 mi
Last recorded35,664 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 WEA
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 35,664 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 34,401 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 34,026 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 33,137 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 32,795 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2021 32,795 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 32,433 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 30,669 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 27,506 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 25,374 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 23,628 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 21,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 17,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 15,360 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 13,332 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 11,028 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Rocket Classic?

Based on 2,549 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp aim too low 12
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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FJ08 WEA is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic in Silver with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 13,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Rocket Classic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 WEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Rocket Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Rocket Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ08 WEA registered?

FJ08 WEA is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 9 August 2008.

Is FJ08 WEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 WEA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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