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R48 MDS

1998 Honda Transalp

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,609 mi
Last recorded54,609 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda Transalp32,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 MDS
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 54,609 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 52,704 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 52,655 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2013 52,385 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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R48 MDS is a 1998 Honda Transalp in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 32,240 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 R48 MDS, 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 28 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 R48 MDS registered?

R48 MDS is a 1998 Honda Transalp, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R48 MDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R48 MDS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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