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R111 SBM

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,164 mi
Last recorded15,164 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR111 SBM
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 15,164 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 14,644 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 14,431 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 13,555 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021
Pass 23 Jul 2020 11,268 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 11,268 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 11,214 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 11,012 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 10,924 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 10,899 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 10,899 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 10,364 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 9,010 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2013 9,010 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 7,196 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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R111 SBM is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R111 SBM, 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 R111 SBM registered?

R111 SBM is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is R111 SBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R111 SBM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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