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WG05 UCL

2005 Honda Transalp

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,241 mi
Last recorded66,241 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Honda Transalp16,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 UCL
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 66,241 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 57,004 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2016 57,002 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2015 48,600 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2015 48,596 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 43,338 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 43,332 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2014 43,025 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

pass/flash button not working

Pass 24 May 2013 35,378 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2013 35,372 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 31,552 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 24,649 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 13,785 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 13,781 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2008 7,825 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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WG05 UCL is a 2005 Honda Transalp in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 16,621 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 WG05 UCL, 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 21 years old, this Honda Transalp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WG05 UCL registered?

WG05 UCL is a 2005 Honda Transalp, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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