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KX05 FKU

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,057 mi
Last recorded49,057 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 FKU
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 49,057 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 48,702 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 47,669 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 46,671 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 46,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 44,441 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 41,733 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 38,692 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 36,520 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 33,084 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 31,799 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 26,263 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 22,188 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 16,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 15,380 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 12,415 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2009 12,411 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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KX05 FKU is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 14,623 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 KX05 FKU, 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 21 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 KX05 FKU?

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What year was KX05 FKU registered?

KX05 FKU is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is KX05 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX05 FKU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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