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R3 TFH

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,911 mi
Last recorded14,911 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 TFH
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 14,911 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 11,949 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 8,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 8,422 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 8,122 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 8,122 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 7,311 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 7,030 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 6,776 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 6,514 miles

gear linkage worn

Pass 19 Sep 2015 5,820 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 5,729 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 5,594 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

number plate lamp not working

Pass 10 Sep 2013 5,594 miles

number plate lamp not working

Pass 19 Sep 2012 5,408 miles

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

numberplate lamp not working

Pass 19 Sep 2012 5,408 miles

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

number plate lamp not working

Pass 7 Sep 2011 5,126 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 4,893 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 4,640 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 4,640 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 4,277 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 4,277 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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R3 TFH is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R3 TFH, 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 R3 TFH registered?

R3 TFH is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is R3 TFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 TFH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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