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J543 FCL

1992 Honda Transalp

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

34,714 mi
Last recorded34,714 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda Transalp45,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ543 FCL
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 34,714 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 33,499 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 33,499 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2022 33,404 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 32,477 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 32,059 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 31,879 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 30,893 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 30,752 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 30,752 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 30,672 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 30,672 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 30,271 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 29,673 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2012 29,673 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2011 28,215 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 28,133 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 22,656 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 21,746 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 20,133 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 18,409 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 17,609 miles

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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J543 FCL is a 1992 Honda Transalp in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1992 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 45,871 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 J543 FCL, 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 34 years old, this Honda Transalp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J543 FCL registered?

J543 FCL is a 1992 Honda Transalp, first registered on 7 May 1992.

Is J543 FCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J543 FCL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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