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N897 PUV

1996 Honda Transalp

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

33,740 mi
Last recorded33,740 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Transalp33,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN897 PUV
MakeHonda
ModelTransalp
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 33,740 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 26 Mar 2026 33,728 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel spindle locking device ineffective 1 of 4 wheel bolts missing (5.2.1 (d))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 29 Jan 2025 32,951 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 32,165 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2024 32,162 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 27 Oct 2023 32,152 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 30,867 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 30,867 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 28,775 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 27,166 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 27,155 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 May 2017 26,923 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 26,598 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 26,411 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 25,342 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 24,008 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 23,894 miles

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

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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N897 PUV is a 1996 Honda Transalp in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda Transalp models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 33,632 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 N897 PUV, 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 30 years old, this Honda Transalp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N897 PUV registered?

N897 PUV is a 1996 Honda Transalp, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N897 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N897 PUV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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