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NK08 HXT

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,256 mi
Last recorded12,256 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK08 HXT
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 May 2026 12,256 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 11,462 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 11,402 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 11,397 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 11,133 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 11,010 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 10,529 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 9,715 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 7,682 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 6,151 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 4,258 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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NK08 HXT is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NK08 HXT, 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 NK08 HXT registered?

NK08 HXT is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is NK08 HXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK08 HXT shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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