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J252 NLT

2002 Honda Africa Twin

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,201 mi
Last recorded52,201 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2009
Typical for 2002 Honda Africa Twin23,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ252 NLT
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2009 52,201 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2008 48,829 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2008 48,829 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 41,168 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 34,547 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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J252 NLT is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J252 NLT, 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 J252 NLT registered?

J252 NLT is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 12 November 2002.

Is J252 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J252 NLT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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