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NU52 SUY

2002 Honda Africa Twin

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,758 mi
Last recorded49,758 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda Africa Twin23,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU52 SUY
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 49,758 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 49,758 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 47,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 45,175 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 42,433 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 37,648 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive replace as soon as possible (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively replace as soon as possible (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play replace as soon as possible (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 36,931 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 33,863 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 33,861 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

bolt missing out of front mudgard

Pass 12 Sep 2017 27,435 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 27,435 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 26,916 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 26,882 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 25,663 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 25,441 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 25,441 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 25,000 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 24,119 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 22,593 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2009 22,571 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Mar 2009 20,575 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 15,663 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 6,950 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 6,950 miles

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

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

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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NU52 SUY is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NU52 SUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU52 SUY registered?

NU52 SUY is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 21 November 2002.

Is NU52 SUY safe to buy?

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