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VX56 GBO

2006 Triumph Rocket III

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,297 mi
Last recorded33,297 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Rocket III13,741 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 GBO
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 33,297 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 31,894 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 15,307 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 15,189 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 14,360 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 12,796 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 11,237 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 11,237 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2014 9,283 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 9,283 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 6,310 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 6,310 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 4,120 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 3,996 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 16 Oct 2010 3,544 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 3,544 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2009 2,902 miles

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 2,902 miles

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

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

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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VX56 GBO is a 2006 Triumph Rocket III in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Rocket III models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 13,741 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 VX56 GBO, 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 20 years old, this Triumph Rocket III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX56 GBO?

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What year was VX56 GBO registered?

VX56 GBO is a 2006 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is VX56 GBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX56 GBO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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