MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,540 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)
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)
Centre Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Centre Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)
Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Honda Africa Twin?
Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.
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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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What year was M550 NEL registered?
M550 NEL is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 16 April 2002.
Is M550 NEL safe to buy?
The MOT history for M550 NEL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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