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P996 YFT

1996 Honda Transalp

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,632 mi
Last recorded30,632 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Transalp33,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP996 YFT
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 30,632 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 30,040 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2024 30,040 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 29,536 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 29,455 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre Stand very stiff Operation (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Rear brake Pad pin rusty (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 29,455 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking throttle (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 29,400 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 29,175 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 29,175 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2015 25,960 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 19,914 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 19,736 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 19,197 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 19,008 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 18,652 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 18,099 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 17,021 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 16,523 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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P996 YFT is a 1996 Honda Transalp in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P996 YFT, 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 P996 YFT registered?

P996 YFT is a 1996 Honda Transalp, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P996 YFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P996 YFT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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