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N953 KBJ

1995 Honda Transalp

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,937 mi
Last recorded58,937 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda Transalp34,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN953 KBJ
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 58,937 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 58,536 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 57,975 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 57,687 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 56,151 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 48,096 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 48,096 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 42,296 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 38,581 miles

Rear suspension stiff in operation

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy with wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 33,195 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly corroded

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering front brake reservoir lightly contacting screen on l/h lock (2.1.2a)

slight bind on front brakes

Pass 4 Feb 2017 32,005 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 32,005 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 31,620 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 31,620 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 30,321 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front tyre showing signs of sidewall o/s and n/s perishing, advise !

Pass 7 Nov 2014 30,321 miles

front tyre showing signs of sidewall o/s and n/s perishing, advise !

Pass 5 Nov 2013 22,813 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 22,255 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 21,438 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 21,107 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 20,576 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 19,933 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 19,391 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 18,579 miles

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

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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N953 KBJ is a 1995 Honda Transalp in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 34,470 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 N953 KBJ, 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 31 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 N953 KBJ registered?

N953 KBJ is a 1995 Honda Transalp, first registered on 18 November 1995.

Is N953 KBJ safe to buy?

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