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VX09 HFR

2009 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,244 mi
Last recorded18,244 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Rocket III12,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX09 HFR
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 18,244 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 16,355 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 12,775 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 11,743 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 9,950 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 9,714 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 9,579 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 9,430 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 8,983 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 8,968 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2015 7,404 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 4,887 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 4,887 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2013 1,526 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 987 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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VX09 HFR is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VX09 HFR, 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 VX09 HFR registered?

VX09 HFR is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 15 April 2009.

Is VX09 HFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX09 HFR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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