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PKZ 9589

1998 Honda Africa Twin

Multicoloured Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,233 mi
Last recorded28,233 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Africa Twin39,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKZ 9589
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1998
ColourMulticoloured
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 28,233 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 26,211 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 24,088 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 24,074 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 24,039 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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PKZ 9589 is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin in Multicoloured with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 39,513 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 PKZ 9589, 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 28 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PKZ 9589?

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What year was PKZ 9589 registered?

PKZ 9589 is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is PKZ 9589 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKZ 9589 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PKZ 9589 have outstanding finance?

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