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MX05 KGO

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,417 mi
Last recorded9,417 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 KGO
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 9,417 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 9,198 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 9,111 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 8,940 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 8,852 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 8,852 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 8,361 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 7,887 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 7,595 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 7,299 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 7,299 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 7,072 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 6,855 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 6,463 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 5,799 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 5,138 miles

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

Number plate light inoperative

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

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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MX05 KGO is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MX05 KGO, 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

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What year was MX05 KGO registered?

MX05 KGO is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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The MOT history for MX05 KGO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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