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GN08 VAA

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Orange Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,225 mi
Last recorded24,225 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 VAA
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 24,225 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 24,064 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 23,318 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2022 23,318 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high Both headlamps too high - lowered to correct height. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly throttle sticking on end cap - replaced with suitable end caps that did not impede throttle control. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 23,314 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 17,902 miles

Both front brake disc bobbins worn

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

Rear exhaust pipe mountain bracket bolt missing

Fail 4 Jun 2020 17,902 miles

Both front brake disc bobbins worn

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

Rear exhaust pipe mountain bracket bolt missing

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 17,049 miles

Front break disc bobbins have a little play in them

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 12,743 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 10,420 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 8,272 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 7,574 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 7,442 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 5,006 miles

custom silencers fitted (baffled at time of test)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 4,927 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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GN08 VAA is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic in Orange with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN08 VAA, 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 GN08 VAA registered?

GN08 VAA is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is GN08 VAA safe to buy?

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