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BD02 JUC

2002 Honda Africa Twin

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

5,812 mi
Last recorded5,812 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda Africa Twin23,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 JUC
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 5,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 5,812 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 5,648 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 5,644 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre is 21 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre is 21 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 5,484 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2018 5,484 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 5,195 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 4,804 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 4,605 miles

tyres wearing out of shape

Pass 23 Mar 2012 4,557 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 4,009 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 3,993 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 3,676 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 3,338 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 3,124 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 2,779 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Africa Twin?

Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
866
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 13
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BD02 JUC is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,015 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 Africa Twin fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD02 JUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Africa Twin typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 24 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD02 JUC registered?

BD02 JUC is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is BD02 JUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD02 JUC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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