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M550 NEL

2002 Honda Africa Twin

Red Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

69,540 mi
Last recorded69,540 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Honda Africa Twin23,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM550 NEL
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 69,540 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 64,852 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 60,222 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 54,760 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 48,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 38,513 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 37,930 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 34,930 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 33,185 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2008 29,011 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 29,011 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 25,663 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 25,434 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 25,424 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2005 24,653 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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M550 NEL is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin in Red with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 M550 NEL, 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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M550 NEL is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is M550 NEL safe to buy?

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