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P999 DAJ

1997 Honda Africa Twin

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,596 mi
Last recorded82,596 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda Africa Twin37,449 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP999 DAJ
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 82,596 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 82,152 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 80,500 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 80,500 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 78,119 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 77,911 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 72,938 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

throttle slightly stiff

Pass 18 Jun 2012 69,853 miles

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

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 64,933 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 46,249 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

gear lever loose on splines (tightened)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 45,406 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 43,571 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 40,118 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 36,681 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2005 34,967 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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P999 DAJ is a 1997 Honda Africa Twin in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P999 DAJ, 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 P999 DAJ registered?

P999 DAJ is a 1997 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P999 DAJ safe to buy?

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