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HC57 AEW

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,488 mi
Last recorded39,488 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC57 AEW
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 39,488 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 39,187 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 38,106 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2022 38,106 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not working from front brake control (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 May 2021 37,362 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2021 37,345 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

has oil leak right side cam

Pass 26 Nov 2018 35,009 miles

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

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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HC57 AEW is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 HC57 AEW, 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 HC57 AEW registered?

HC57 AEW is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 January 2008.

Is HC57 AEW safe to buy?

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