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R2 XRV

1998 Honda Africa Twin

Multi-colour Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,199 mi
Last recorded45,199 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda Africa Twin39,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 XRV
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2013 45,199 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 44,422 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 43,649 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 43,649 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 May 2010 42,041 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 40,780 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 39,616 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 39,047 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 39,047 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2006 35,452 miles

Front 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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R2 XRV is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin in Multi-colour with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 R2 XRV, 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.

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What year was R2 XRV registered?

R2 XRV is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R2 XRV safe to buy?

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