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SV08 GYH

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Maroon Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

10,431 mi
Last recorded10,431 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 GYH
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 10,431 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 9,891 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 9,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 9,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Jun 2021 9,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 8,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 8,826 miles

Rear exhaust silencer slightly louder then standard silencer

Pass 5 May 2017 7,913 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 6,783 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 5,093 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 3,376 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 2,582 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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SV08 GYH is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Maroon with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SV08 GYH, 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 SV08 GYH registered?

SV08 GYH is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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The MOT history for SV08 GYH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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