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L501 FRN

1994 Honda Transalp

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

51,830 mi
Last recorded51,830 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda Transalp41,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL501 FRN
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 51,830 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 50,248 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 48,990 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 47,419 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 46,216 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 45,444 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 43,074 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 42,557 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 40,369 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 40,369 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f)

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 39,666 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 39,666 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2014 36,760 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 33,737 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 33,733 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 33,092 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 30,521 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2008 19,885 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 8,805 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 8,235 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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L501 FRN is a 1994 Honda Transalp in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1994 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 41,342 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 L501 FRN, 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 32 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 L501 FRN registered?

L501 FRN is a 1994 Honda Transalp, first registered on 8 February 1994.

Is L501 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L501 FRN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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