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YU05 YZL

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,288 mi
Last recorded32,288 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 YZL
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 32,288 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 32,281 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear noisy diff

Pass 3 Aug 2019 32,217 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 32,205 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 31,096 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 30,155 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 28,896 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 May 2015 27,950 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 26,877 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 25,633 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2011 23,785 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 21,072 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 18,727 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,514 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2008 17,514 miles

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

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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YU05 YZL is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YU05 YZL, 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.

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What year was YU05 YZL registered?

YU05 YZL is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is YU05 YZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 YZL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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