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WA08 VLM

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,226 mi
Last recorded16,226 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 VLM
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 16,226 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 16,226 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 15,742 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 15,109 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 13,414 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2012 13,407 miles

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

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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WA08 VLM is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WA08 VLM, 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 WA08 VLM registered?

WA08 VLM is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is WA08 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 VLM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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