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GY59 UEL

2009 Honda Transalp

Yellow Petrol 680cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

43,720 mi
Last recorded43,720 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2009 Honda Transalp16,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 UEL
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine680cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 43,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Number Plate Light Not Opp

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2017 43,720 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Number Plate Light Not Opp

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 32,670 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 Feb 2016 32,670 miles

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Feb 2015 27,560 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 18,778 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2014 18,778 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 12,398 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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GY59 UEL is a 2009 Honda Transalp in Yellow with a 680cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 16,174 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 GY59 UEL, 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 17 years old, this Honda Transalp is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GY59 UEL registered?

GY59 UEL is a 2009 Honda Transalp, first registered on 7 November 2009.

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