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F618 OTA

2013 Honda Africa Twin

Multi-colour Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,689 mi
Last recorded65,689 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF618 OTA
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2013
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 65,689 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 64,227 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 63,542 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 63,379 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 63,379 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 61,577 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 60,401 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 59,157 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 59,141 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 58,662 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2016 58,662 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 57,910 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 56,839 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 53,899 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 53,894 miles

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

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

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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F618 OTA is a 2013 Honda Africa Twin in Multi-colour with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 F618 OTA, 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 13 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was F618 OTA registered?

F618 OTA is a 2013 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 13 May 2013.

Is F618 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F618 OTA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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