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RK08 AXX

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

8,071 mi
Last recorded8,071 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 AXX
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 8,071 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 6,068 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 6,038 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 5,945 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 5,798 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 5,469 miles

Nearside Lower Small oil leak from nearside bottom of engine (sensor)

Fail 2 Jun 2021 5,467 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 5,373 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 5,373 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 4,995 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 4,965 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 4,588 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 4,588 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 21 May 2016 3,885 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 3,885 miles

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 14 May 2015 2,759 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 346 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 285 miles

headlamp units have been taped to produce a correct beam pattern

Pass 4 Apr 2012 261 miles

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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RK08 AXX is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RK08 AXX, 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 RK08 AXX registered?

RK08 AXX is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is RK08 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 AXX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RK08 AXX have outstanding finance?

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