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WA05 KMZ

2005 Triumph Rocket III

Blue Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

21,322 mi
Last recorded21,322 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Rocket III14,623 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 KMZ
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 21,322 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Front brakes binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Brake hose slightly damaged Front brake line slightly damaged with no leaks (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Light misting of oil to N/S & O/S front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2026 21,322 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Front brakes binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Brake hose slightly damaged Front brake line slightly damaged with no leaks (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Customer supplied correct number plate (0.1 (d))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Light misting of oil to N/S & O/S front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Steering stop catching front brake line, Brake line moved and secured (2.1.4 (c))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Rear brake light switch connection cleaned and refitted (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Jul 2025
Fail 30 Jul 2025

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 21,019 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 20,737 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 20,737 miles

Offside Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2022 19,690 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 19,690 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 18,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 May 2021 18,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Stop lamp not working from front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released from rear control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2020 17,679 miles

Offside Front bobbins worn

Fail 30 May 2020 17,679 miles

Offside Front bobbins worn

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 1 May 2019 16,330 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 14,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2017 13,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 May 2017 13,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front wheel insecure Fitted incorrectly (4.2.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 13,193 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 13,193 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 12,454 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 12,084 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 11,988 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 11,191 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 10,455 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 9,841 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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WA05 KMZ is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III in Blue with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 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 WA05 KMZ, 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.

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What year was WA05 KMZ registered?

WA05 KMZ is a 2005 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 13 May 2005.

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