MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
68,183 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Centre Front Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Honda Africa Twin?
Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R178 CBU is a 1997 Honda Africa Twin in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 R178 CBU, 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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How do I check the history of R178 CBU?
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What year was R178 CBU registered?
R178 CBU is a 1997 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R178 CBU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R178 CBU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R178 CBU have outstanding finance?
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