CarVerify

Free Car Check

TNV 970

1959 Triumph Speedtwin

Black Petrol 500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,049 mi
Last recorded1,049 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2006
Typical for 1959 Triumph Speedtwin9,744 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

RegistrationTNV 970
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedtwin
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
View full Triumph Speedtwin reliability data

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

1 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2006 1,049 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedtwin?

Based on 528 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

93.0%
Pass Rate
174
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
wheel bearings are excessively rough 2
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
Full Triumph Speedtwin 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

TNV 970 is a 1959 Triumph Speedtwin in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Triumph Speedtwin models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 9,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speedtwin fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TNV 970, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedtwin typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 67 years old, this Triumph Speedtwin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TNV 970?

You can check the full history of TNV 970 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TNV 970 registered?

TNV 970 is a 1959 Triumph Speedtwin, first registered on 1 June 1959.

Is TNV 970 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNV 970 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TNV 970 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 TNV 970. 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.