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WX08 POH

2008 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,871 mi
Last recorded37,871 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket III12,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 POH
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 37,871 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2024 36,416 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 34,232 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 31,085 miles

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2022 31,085 miles

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 28,522 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 27,085 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 25,188 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 23,214 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 18,384 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 18,168 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 16,134 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 15,198 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 10,047 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 6,674 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 6,339 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 6,339 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 5,530 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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WX08 POH is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WX08 POH, 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 WX08 POH registered?

WX08 POH is a 2008 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is WX08 POH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX08 POH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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