Honda Transalp Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda Transalp car check
Is the Honda Transalp reliable? We analysed 3,369 real MOT tests across 311 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda Transalp is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Transalp.
Honda Transalp Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda Transalp. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda Transalp MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda Transalp to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda Transalp Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda Transalp fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda Transalp Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Transalp models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda Transalp Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda Transalp owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda Transalp MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Transalp year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 69 | 84.1% | 19,511 | 33,534 | 49,818 |
| 2010 | 73 | 89.0% | 11,172 | 21,343 | 33,593 |
| 2009 | 117 | 83.8% | 11,605 | 16,174 | 29,085 |
| 2008 | 179 | 86.6% | 9,788 | 21,032 | 30,242 |
| 2007 | 220 | 81.4% | 17,012 | 28,945 | 40,419 |
| 2006 | 64 | 87.5% | 11,593 | 35,023 | 56,960 |
| 2005 | 152 | 84.2% | 9,068 | 16,621 | 30,666 |
| 2004 | 83 | 91.6% | 10,474 | 14,046 | 18,247 |
| 2003 | 112 | 78.6% | 15,652 | 35,834 | 50,645 |
| 2002 | 90 | 90.0% | 32,588 | 42,815 | 59,626 |
| 2001 | 161 | 82.0% | 15,426 | 22,118 | 31,859 |
| 2000 | 90 | 85.6% | 22,741 | 38,184 | 46,544 |
| 1999 | 72 | 87.5% | 19,198 | 27,273 | 47,549 |
| 1998 | 168 | 81.5% | 20,028 | 32,240 | 45,630 |
| 1997 | 112 | 83.0% | 15,469 | 26,377 | 49,692 |
| 1996 | 321 | 84.7% | 24,966 | 33,632 | 46,541 |
| 1995 | 321 | 83.2% | 25,693 | 34,470 | 48,096 |
| 1994 | 428 | 83.4% | 25,746 | 41,342 | 56,406 |
| 1993 | 94 | 73.4% | 27,864 | 35,809 | 49,372 |
| 1992 | 137 | 74.5% | 33,429 | 45,871 | 54,450 |
How Long Does a Honda Transalp Last?
Based on 311 Honda Transalp vehicles on UK roads.
Honda Transalp Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda Transalp MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Transalp
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.6% MOT pass rate from 83 tests
73.4% MOT pass rate from 94 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda Transalp is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 83 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda Transalp Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Transalp THIS CAR | 83.6% | 3,369 | 31,414 mi | 39 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Microcar M-go Sxi CVT | 77.5% | 1,305 | 18,052 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Transalp outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda TransalpShould you buy a used Honda Transalp?
The Honda Transalp has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.6% across 3,369 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda Transalp are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (42 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (40), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (33). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Transalp with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Honda Transalp owner drives around 999 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda Transalp models stay on UK roads for around 39 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.