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MY08 ROC

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

102,882 mi
Last recorded102,882 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY08 ROC
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 102,882 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 102,690 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 102,337 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 101,241 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 100,614 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 90,962 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 81,451 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 66,198 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 54,279 miles

front brake discs bobbins worn

Pass 17 Aug 2012 43,614 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 43,614 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 35,847 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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MY08 ROC is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MY08 ROC, 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 MY08 ROC registered?

MY08 ROC is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is MY08 ROC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY08 ROC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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