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WX05 ZFZ

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,621 mi
Last recorded39,621 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 ZFZ
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 39,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2025 37,613 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 35,921 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 30,273 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2023 30,272 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 26,558 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 25,880 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 25,867 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 24,699 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 22,819 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 19,714 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 19,714 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,041 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 18,551 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 17,648 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,180 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 16,498 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 16,493 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,427 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 11,552 miles

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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WX05 ZFZ is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 14,623 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 WX05 ZFZ, 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 21 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 WX05 ZFZ registered?

WX05 ZFZ is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is WX05 ZFZ safe to buy?

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