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VN12 HNV

2012 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

5,873 mi
Last recorded5,873 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Rocket III11,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 HNV
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 5,873 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 5,728 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 5,696 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 5,595 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 5,442 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 5,120 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 5,064 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 4,975 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 4,762 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 4,603 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 4,357 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 3,607 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 3,607 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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VN12 HNV is a 2012 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 11,452 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 VN12 HNV, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Rocket III is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN12 HNV registered?

VN12 HNV is a 2012 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is VN12 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 HNV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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