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SN09 BTU

2009 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

13,326 mi
Last recorded13,326 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Triumph Rocket III12,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN09 BTU
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 13,326 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

rear tyre valve leaking

Fail 27 Apr 2023 13,326 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

rear tyre valve leaking

Pass 8 Apr 2021 12,920 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 12,234 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 12,049 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 12,047 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 11,334 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 1 Jul 2016 10,950 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 26 Jun 2015 10,429 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 8,362 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 8,235 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 6,697 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 6,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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SN09 BTU is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 SN09 BTU, 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.

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What year was SN09 BTU registered?

SN09 BTU is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is SN09 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN09 BTU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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