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VX08 FHA

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,513 mi
Last recorded17,513 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 FHA
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 17,513 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 16,559 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 15,687 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 14,373 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 12,407 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 9,403 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 9,403 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2011 5,147 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 3,688 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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VX08 FHA is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VX08 FHA, 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 VX08 FHA registered?

VX08 FHA is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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The MOT history for VX08 FHA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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