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P588 RBF

1997 Honda Africa Twin

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

80,376 mi
Last recorded80,376 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Africa Twin37,449 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP588 RBF
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 80,376 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 80,098 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 79,298 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 79,027 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 78,355 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 75,500 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 72,875 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 70,063 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 64,081 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 55,227 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 43,056 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 43,056 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 34,656 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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P588 RBF is a 1997 Honda Africa Twin in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 37,449 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 P588 RBF, 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 29 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P588 RBF registered?

P588 RBF is a 1997 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P588 RBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P588 RBF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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