Triumph Rocket 111 (2007)
2007 Triumph Rocket 111
CarHunch analysed 115 real MOT records for the 2007 Triumph Rocket 111. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Triumph Rocket 111 passes its MOT first time just 65.8% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, which means you're more likely than not to face a retest. The good news is that only 7% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety issues aren't a widespread concern with this model.
At 15,021 miles average for a 17-year-old bike, these machines have been ridden relatively gently, yet they still rack up 0.78 failures and 3.1 advisories per test on average — suggesting age-related wear rather than hard use is the culprit. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, brakes, and fuel system components, as these are likely where the repeat test failures are coming from.
What to check before buying a 2007 Triumph Rocket 111
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 112 | 64.9% | 0.8 |
| Other (3%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Triumph Rocket 111 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Triumph Rocket 111 vehicles fall between 7,833 and 18,051 miles.
2007 Triumph Rocket 111 — Still on the Road
32 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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