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F199 FVF

1989 Honda Africa Twin

White Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,878 mi
Last recorded93,878 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda Africa Twin40,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF199 FVF
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 93,878 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 93,590 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 90,566 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 90,566 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 90,197 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 90,178 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 88,585 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 88,584 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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F199 FVF is a 1989 Honda Africa Twin in White with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 40,886 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 F199 FVF, 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 37 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F199 FVF?

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What year was F199 FVF registered?

F199 FVF is a 1989 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F199 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F199 FVF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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