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P597 GAU

1997 Honda Transalp

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

83,508 mi
Last recorded83,508 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Transalp26,377 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP597 GAU
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 83,508 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 79,594 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 75,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Heavy leak of oil from cylinder heads. Mixed with dirt makes inspection difficult to inspect

Vehicle so dirty that thorough inspection for corotion and fractures are near impossible

Pass 27 Jun 2023 72,587 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 68,959 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 65,881 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 62,364 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 58,712 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 54,465 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 50,309 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 45,832 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 40,848 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 36,084 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 30,786 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 25,924 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 25,863 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 21,830 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 21,734 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 21,560 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 21,261 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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P597 GAU is a 1997 Honda Transalp in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 26,377 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 P597 GAU, 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 29 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 P597 GAU registered?

P597 GAU is a 1997 Honda Transalp, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P597 GAU safe to buy?

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