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VX08 NFT

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,765 mi
Last recorded29,765 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 NFT
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 29,765 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2025 29,690 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 28,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 27,352 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 26,472 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 23,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 23,670 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 21,634 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 17,319 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 15,404 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 15,130 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 11,727 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 10,772 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 10,174 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 9,759 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 9,134 miles

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 NFT is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NFT, 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 NFT registered?

VX08 NFT is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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The MOT history for VX08 NFT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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