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M26 APE

2011 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,897 mi
Last recorded45,897 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Triumph Rocket III12,654 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM26 APE
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 45,897 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 44,848 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 44,473 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 43,893 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 42,508 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 40,953 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 38,063 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 34,327 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 34,327 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 30,921 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 24,019 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 20,200 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 15,083 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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M26 APE is a 2011 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 12,654 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 M26 APE, 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 15 years old, this Triumph Rocket III is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M26 APE registered?

M26 APE is a 2011 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 18 June 2011.

Is M26 APE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M26 APE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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