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OU08 FCF

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,327 mi
Last recorded58,327 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 FCF
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 58,327 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 58,307 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2024 56,504 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 54,811 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear disk slightly distorted

Pass 9 Sep 2022 52,724 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 50,850 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 48,282 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 46,966 miles

Rear rear brake disk bent

Pass 15 Aug 2018 45,445 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 43,750 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 40,225 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 40,221 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 29,674 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 16,887 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 16,887 miles

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

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 16,875 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 13,597 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 10,080 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Rocket Classic?

Based on 2,549 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp aim too low 12
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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OU08 FCF is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 13,670 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 Classic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 FCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Rocket Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Rocket Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU08 FCF registered?

OU08 FCF is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is OU08 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 FCF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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