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N229 XDO

1996 Honda Transalp

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,163 mi
Last recorded58,163 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 Honda Transalp33,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN229 XDO
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2014 58,163 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 58,163 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 55,194 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 51,158 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 45,536 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 44,563 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 44,208 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 41,984 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 41,952 miles

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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N229 XDO is a 1996 Honda Transalp in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 33,632 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 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 N229 XDO, 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 30 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 N229 XDO registered?

N229 XDO is a 1996 Honda Transalp, first registered on 23 April 1996.

Is N229 XDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N229 XDO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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