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WJ59 MJE

2009 Triumph Rocket III

Black Petrol 2294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,572 mi
Last recorded32,572 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Rocket III12,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 MJE
MakeTriumph
ModelRocket III
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,294cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 32,572 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 31,541 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 31,531 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2021 27,688 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 26,274 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 22,140 miles

Rear exhaust clamp corroded through and exhaust pipes corroded, but is secure and not leaking

Pass 27 Feb 2018 20,381 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated Silencer (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated Silencer (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 18,414 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 18,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 17,180 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 2.5 mm (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2015 15,314 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 14,356 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 8,357 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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WJ59 MJE is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III in Black with a 2,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WJ59 MJE, 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.

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What year was WJ59 MJE registered?

WJ59 MJE is a 2009 Triumph Rocket III, first registered on 6 October 2009.

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