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R734 NHG

1998 Honda Transalp

Purple Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,573 mi
Last recorded1,573 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Transalp32,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR734 NHG
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 1,573 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2024 1,381 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 1,161 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 825 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019
Pass 9 Feb 2018 46,186 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 45,734 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 40,751 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 34,133 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 33,002 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 33,002 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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R734 NHG is a 1998 Honda Transalp in Purple with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 R734 NHG, 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 R734 NHG registered?

R734 NHG is a 1998 Honda Transalp, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R734 NHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R734 NHG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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