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SN05 KKX

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

43,627 mi
Last recorded43,627 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 KKX
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2025 43,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 42,144 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 40,075 miles

Front Brake lever has little reserve travel

Front Flexi brake hoses slightly insecure

Pass 20 Sep 2021 35,562 miles

Front Flexi brake pipes slightly insrecure

Pass 16 Sep 2020 31,448 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 31,421 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose Inadequately clipped or supported

Pass 13 Sep 2019 27,548 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 24,649 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 24,197 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 23,664 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 21,606 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 19,952 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012
Pass 25 Jun 2011
Pass 18 Jun 2010
Pass 20 Jun 2009
Pass 28 Jun 2008

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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SN05 KKX is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 SN05 KKX, 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 SN05 KKX registered?

SN05 KKX is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is SN05 KKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN05 KKX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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