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BU02 VBV

2002 Honda Transalp

Grey Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,258 mi
Last recorded69,258 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda Transalp42,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 VBV
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 69,258 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess corroding around spoke holes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 64,665 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 62,852 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2024 62,822 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 61,521 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 59,057 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 13 Nov 2021 58,998 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 55,521 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2019 43,764 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 40,683 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 May 2017 39,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 May 2016 38,597 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 37,724 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 36,405 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 34,498 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 32,602 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 28,312 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 25,000 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 21,249 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 15,823 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 12,353 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 9,159 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda Transalp?

Based on 3,369 MOT tests across 311 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
999
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
311
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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BU02 VBV is a 2002 Honda Transalp in Grey with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 42,815 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Transalp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU02 VBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Transalp typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 24 years old, this Honda Transalp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 VBV registered?

BU02 VBV is a 2002 Honda Transalp, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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The MOT history for BU02 VBV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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