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YN08 GUE

2008 Triumph Rocket Classic

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,156 mi
Last recorded25,156 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic13,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 GUE
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 25,156 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 24,610 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 23,352 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 21,036 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 21,032 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 20,954 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 20,192 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 19,295 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 19,294 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 18,348 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 14,701 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 13,452 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 10,365 miles

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

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

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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YN08 GUE is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YN08 GUE, 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 YN08 GUE registered?

YN08 GUE is a 2008 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is YN08 GUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN08 GUE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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