CarVerify

Free Car Check

R506 TDV

1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,137 mi
Last recorded20,137 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph T509 Speed Triple22,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR506 TDV
MakeTriumph
ModelT509 Speed Triple
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2013 20,137 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 16,869 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 11,659 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 8,809 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

front fork legs pitted & marked

Fail 9 Oct 2009 8,802 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,181 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 4,908 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 4,908 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 4,795 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 4,521 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T509 Speed Triple?

Based on 2,373 MOT tests across 221 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
560
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
221
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 18
Horn not working 14
Full Triumph T509 Speed Triple reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R506 TDV?

You can check the full history of R506 TDV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

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.

Does R506 TDV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R506 TDV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.