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VO59 SBU

2009 Triumph Rocket III

Blue Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,017 mi
Last recorded5,017 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Rocket III12,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO59 SBU
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 5,017 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 3,761 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 173 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 8,994 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 8,994 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2016 8,454 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 May 2016 8,454 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2014 8,001 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Oct 2012 6,864 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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VO59 SBU is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III in Blue with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VO59 SBU, 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

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What year was VO59 SBU registered?

VO59 SBU is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 24 October 2009.

Is VO59 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO59 SBU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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