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WA08 MYD

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,843 mi
Last recorded14,843 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 MYD
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 14,843 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 14,251 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 14,251 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 14,036 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 13,750 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 13,354 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn on rivets (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn on rivets (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 13,017 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 11,532 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 10,658 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 10,120 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 9,643 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 8,870 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 6,208 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 3,912 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 3,894 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 3,822 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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WA08 MYD 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 93.8%.

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 WA08 MYD, 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.

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What year was WA08 MYD registered?

WA08 MYD is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is WA08 MYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 MYD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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