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SG59 OBC

2009 Triumph Rocket 111

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,683 mi
Last recorded8,683 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Rocket 11114,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 OBC
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket 111
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 8,683 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 8,333 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 8,332 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 8,140 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 8,032 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 7,862 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 7,501 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 7,416 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 7,295 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2016 7,295 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside Taped (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2015 6,492 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 6,492 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 6,087 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 6,087 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 4,552 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Rocket 111?

Based on 8,205 MOT tests across 649 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
843
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 88
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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SG59 OBC is a 2009 Triumph Rocket 111 in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Rocket 111 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 14,754 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 111 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG59 OBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Rocket 111 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Rocket 111 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SG59 OBC registered?

SG59 OBC is a 2009 Triumph Rocket 111, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is SG59 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 OBC shows 15 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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