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YX56 NMU

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,092 mi
Last recorded2,092 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX56 NMU
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 2,092 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 2,089 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2024

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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YX56 NMU is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YX56 NMU, 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

How do I check the history of YX56 NMU?

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What year was YX56 NMU registered?

YX56 NMU is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is YX56 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX56 NMU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YX56 NMU have outstanding finance?

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