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R46 CUJ

1998 Honda Africa Twin

Multi-colour Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,727 mi
Last recorded32,727 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Africa Twin39,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 CUJ
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 32,727 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 32,014 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 31,955 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 29,038 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 28,673 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 28,665 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 28,092 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH TYRES CLOSE TO LIMITS (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2015 27,325 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2015 27,319 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 26,869 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 25,599 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 25,132 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 13 Oct 2008 24,887 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 9 Aug 2007 23,617 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 23,242 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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R46 CUJ is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin in Multi-colour with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 R46 CUJ, 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 R46 CUJ registered?

R46 CUJ is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R46 CUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R46 CUJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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