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WG09 VBU

2009 Triumph Rocket Classic

Red Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,015 mi
Last recorded23,015 miles
Recorded on5 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Rocket Classic14,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG09 VBU
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket Classic
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 May 2025 23,015 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 22,920 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 22,683 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth 2.0mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 22,244 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 21,278 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 20,913 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 20,857 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 18,586 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 15,268 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 14,855 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 13,924 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 12,098 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 11,000 miles

slight play in front disc bobbins

Pass 27 Jul 2012 9,969 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Rocket Classic?

Based on 2,549 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
820
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19
Headlamp aim too low 12
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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WG09 VBU is a 2009 Triumph Rocket Classic in Red with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Rocket Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 14,321 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Rocket Classic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG09 VBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Rocket Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Rocket Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG09 VBU registered?

WG09 VBU is a 2009 Triumph Rocket Classic, first registered on 29 July 2009.

Is WG09 VBU safe to buy?

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