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VX08 GJG

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,695 mi
Last recorded17,695 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 GJG
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 17,695 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 17,635 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 17,629 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 17,615 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 17,612 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 17,587 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2017 16,932 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 16,612 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 15,506 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 14,802 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 12,532 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 11,964 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 9,455 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Rocket Classic?

Based on 2,549 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp aim too low 12
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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VX08 GJG is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 13,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Rocket Classic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 GJG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Rocket Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Rocket Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX08 GJG registered?

VX08 GJG is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is VX08 GJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 GJG shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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