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KX08 LJO

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Orange Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,321 mi
Last recorded22,321 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 LJO
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 22,321 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 21,856 miles

rear tyre has a cut in the tread area - no cords or plys exposed

Pass 13 May 2023 21,527 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 21,128 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 20,695 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 19,441 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 18,172 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,247 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,908 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 14,654 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 13,164 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 11,366 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 6,209 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 3,003 miles

exhaust slightly noisy

rear pads getting low

Fail 22 Feb 2011 2,993 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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KX08 LJO is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Orange with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 KX08 LJO, 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 KX08 LJO registered?

KX08 LJO is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KX08 LJO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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