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K837 BKG

1993 Honda Africa Twin

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

79,011 mi
Last recorded79,011 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Honda Africa Twin50,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK837 BKG
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 79,011 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 78,488 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 77,815 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 77,160 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 75,325 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 74,980 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 74,645 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 74,011 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 73,775 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 72,424 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 71,775 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 70,027 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 68,433 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 65,270 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 64,093 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 64,081 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 60,647 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 60,247 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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K837 BKG is a 1993 Honda Africa Twin in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1993 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 50,942 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K837 BKG, 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 33 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 K837 BKG registered?

K837 BKG is a 1993 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 1 July 1993.

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The MOT history for K837 BKG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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