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LF51 BUU

2001 Honda Africa Twin

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,958 mi
Last recorded45,958 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda Africa Twin30,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 BUU
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 45,958 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 45,947 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 45,478 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 44,954 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 44,630 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 44,508 miles

Front brake flexi hoses routed and catching on steering

Front rear stop light adjustment required

Pass 10 Oct 2019 44,414 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 43,815 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 42,139 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 40,242 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 39,679 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 39,186 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 38,561 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 37,585 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 36,952 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,240 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 35,564 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 34,071 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 32,548 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 28,842 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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LF51 BUU is a 2001 Honda Africa Twin in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 30,763 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 LF51 BUU, 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 25 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LF51 BUU?

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What year was LF51 BUU registered?

LF51 BUU is a 2001 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is LF51 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 BUU shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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