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VX08 GHV

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Yellow Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,206 mi
Last recorded21,206 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 GHV
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 21,206 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 20,024 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 19,624 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 19,211 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 19,080 miles

bleed front brake lever better if persists new master cylinder may be required

Fail 19 Jul 2018 19,080 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 18,573 miles

front brake lever spongy requires attention

master cylinder area moist possible seep of fluid further investigation required

Fail 6 Jul 2017 18,573 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

front brake lever spongy requires attention

master cylinder area moist possible seep of fluid further investigation required

Pass 5 Jul 2016 18,157 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 17,839 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 17,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 30 May 2014 16,263 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 14,625 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 11,368 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 5,902 miles

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

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 GHV is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Yellow with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VX08 GHV, 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.

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What year was VX08 GHV registered?

VX08 GHV is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is VX08 GHV safe to buy?

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