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R23 TRG

2009 Triumph Rocket III

Blue Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,122 mi
Last recorded16,122 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Rocket III12,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 TRG
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 16,122 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 16,114 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 16,093 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 16,085 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 16,077 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 16,065 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 16,047 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 15,995 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 15,995 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 15,615 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 12,038 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 11,393 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 10,152 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 9,816 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 9,259 miles

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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R23 TRG is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III in Blue with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 12,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R23 TRG, 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 17 years old, this Triumph Rocket III is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R23 TRG?

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What year was R23 TRG registered?

R23 TRG is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 November 2009.

Is R23 TRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 TRG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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