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OU08 FBY

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Yellow Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,194 mi
Last recorded18,194 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 FBY
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 18,194 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 17,844 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 17,229 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 16,601 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 16,601 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2022 15,293 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 14,350 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 13,131 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 13,131 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 10,699 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 9,707 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 9,707 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 9,100 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2016 8,609 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 7,846 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 7,085 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 7,085 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 6,455 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 5,745 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 4,530 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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OU08 FBY is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Yellow with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OU08 FBY, 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

How do I check the history of OU08 FBY?

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What year was OU08 FBY registered?

OU08 FBY is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is OU08 FBY safe to buy?

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