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Triumph Rocket3 MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 102 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 13.7%.

86.3%
Pass Rate
13.7%
Fail Rate
102
Total Tests
Motorcycle lighting and signalling
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Triumph Rocket3 MOT Reliability Overview

The Triumph Rocket3 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 102 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.3% and a failure rate of 13.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Triumph Rocket3 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Triumph Rocket3 presents for MOT with approximately 18,865 miles on the clock.

The most common MOT failure for the Triumph Rocket3 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 6.9% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle fuel and exhaust at 4.9%. Motorcycle tyres rounds out the top three at 2.9%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lighting and signalling 6.9%
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust 4.9%
Motorcycle tyres 2.9%
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* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling6.9%7
2Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust4.9%5
3Motorcycle Tyres2.9%3
4Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors2.0%2
5Motorcycle Structure And Attachments2.0%2
6Motorcycle Brakes1.0%1
7Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels1.0%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 18,865 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling3.64% per 10K miMotorcycle fuel and exhaust2.60% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres1.56% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors1.04% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments1.04% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes0.52% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels0.52% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lighting and signalling3.646.9%7
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust2.604.9%5
Motorcycle tyres1.562.9%3
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors1.042.0%2
Motorcycle structure and attachments1.042.0%2
Motorcycle brakes0.521.0%1
Motorcycle tyres and wheels0.521.0%1

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Mileage at MOT

18,865
Mean
13,708
Median
9,770
25th Percentile
20,992
75th Percentile

The average Triumph Rocket3 has 18,865 miles when tested for MOT.

📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate

How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.

7.26%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
13.7%
Overall Fail Rate
18,865 avg miles
🔴 Poor — above average failure rate

The Triumph Rocket3 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 7.26% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Triumph Rocket3 MOT Data

The Triumph Rocket3 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 102 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.3% and a failure rate of 13.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Triumph Rocket3 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle fuel and exhaust for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Rocket3 is likely to perform.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 6.9% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 6.9% of MOT failures on the Triumph Rocket3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 4.9% of failures

Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 4.9% of MOT failures on the Triumph Rocket3. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle tyres — 2.9% of failures

Motorcycle tyres issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on the Triumph Rocket3. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Triumph Rocket3?

Based on 102 MOT tests in our database, the Triumph Rocket3 has an overall pass rate of 86.3% (13.7% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Triumph Rocket3?

The top 3 reasons a Triumph Rocket3 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (6.9%), 2. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (4.9%), 3. Motorcycle tyres (2.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Triumph Rocket3 reliable?

With a 13.7% MOT failure rate, the Rocket3 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Triumph Rocket3?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (6.9%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (4.9%); Motorcycle tyres (2.9%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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