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N588 BTJ

1996 Honda Transalp

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,237 mi
Last recorded32,237 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 Honda Transalp33,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN588 BTJ
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 32,237 miles

Rear Inner Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 32,178 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 32,166 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 32,133 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 32,049 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 31,658 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 27,205 miles

bottom of shocker heavily greased

slight play in handlebars

Fail 1 Sep 2016 27,203 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

bottom of shocker heavily greased

slight play in handlebars

Pass 18 May 2015 24,368 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 18,355 miles

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

slight cracking on sidewall on rear tyre.

Pass 25 Feb 2013 17,073 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 14,883 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 13,233 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 13,202 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 11,400 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 9,860 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 8,397 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 7,295 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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N588 BTJ is a 1996 Honda Transalp in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 N588 BTJ, 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.

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What year was N588 BTJ registered?

N588 BTJ is a 1996 Honda Transalp, first registered on 6 January 1996.

Is N588 BTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N588 BTJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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