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E780 MAS

1988 Honda Africa Twin

White Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,204 mi
Last recorded12,204 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda Africa Twin51,499 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE780 MAS
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 12,204 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 May 2026 12,204 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 11,953 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 11,952 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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E780 MAS is a 1988 Honda Africa Twin in White with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 51,499 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 E780 MAS, 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 38 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E780 MAS registered?

E780 MAS is a 1988 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 27 May 1988.

Is E780 MAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E780 MAS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E780 MAS have outstanding finance?

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