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Y3 OAR

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Blue Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,867 mi
Last recorded24,867 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY3 OAR
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 24,867 miles

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2025 24,833 miles

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

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 23,464 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 23,278 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 23,048 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 22,908 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 22,637 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 22,511 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 22,265 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 22,099 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 21,794 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 21,014 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 17,976 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 15,020 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 13,024 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 10,324 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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Y3 OAR is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic in Blue 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 Y3 OAR, 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 Y3 OAR registered?

Y3 OAR is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is Y3 OAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y3 OAR 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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