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E165 KGM

2003 Honda Transalp

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

83,524 mi
Last recorded83,524 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda Transalp35,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE165 KGM
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 83,524 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 81,548 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 81,548 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect KICK UP TO OFFSIDE (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 78,502 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 75,306 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 75,092 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 74,790 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 74,459 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 74,208 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 74,132 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 74,132 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 72,112 miles

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

mask fitted to remove off side kick-up

Pass 30 Apr 2015 71,630 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 70,574 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 69,400 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 66,896 miles

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear tyre has cracks in sidewall

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Tyre pressures very low

Pass 2 Jun 2011 66,896 miles

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear tyre has cracks in sidewall

Tyre pressures very low

Pass 21 May 2010 65,649 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 65,621 miles

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 May 2009 64,509 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 64,401 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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E165 KGM is a 2003 Honda Transalp in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 35,834 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 E165 KGM, 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 23 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 E165 KGM registered?

E165 KGM is a 2003 Honda Transalp, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is E165 KGM safe to buy?

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