MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,137 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front brake discs bobbins worn
rear brake caliper mounting slightly worn
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front fork legs pitted & marked
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front fork legs pitted & marked
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
How Reliable is the Triumph T509 Speed Triple?
Based on 2,373 MOT tests across 221 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R506 TDV is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 22,738 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 T509 Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R506 TDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph T509 Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph T509 Speed Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R506 TDV?
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What year was R506 TDV registered?
R506 TDV is a 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R506 TDV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R506 TDV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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