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HW04 BXC

2004 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

13,449 mi
Last recorded13,449 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Rocket III15,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW04 BXC
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 13,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc buttons (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 13,320 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc buttons (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 13,320 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc buttons (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 13,264 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Disc buttons (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 13,247 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 12,965 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 12,915 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 12,462 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 12,462 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 12,392 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 11,734 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 11,040 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 9,222 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 7,784 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 7,764 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,573 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 7,361 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 6,843 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 5,986 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 5,313 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 5 May 2007 4,688 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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HW04 BXC is a 2004 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HW04 BXC, 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.

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What year was HW04 BXC registered?

HW04 BXC is a 2004 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is HW04 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW04 BXC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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