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RX08 HXW

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,145 mi
Last recorded7,145 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 HXW
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2022 7,145 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 7,130 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 6,965 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 6,965 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 6,503 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on tread limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 May 2016 5,481 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 5,326 miles

rear tyre on limit

Pass 29 Jun 2013 4,801 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 4,784 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2012 4,440 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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RX08 HXW is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RX08 HXW, 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 RX08 HXW registered?

RX08 HXW is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is RX08 HXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 HXW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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