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R486 OST

1997 Honda Africa Twin

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,371 mi
Last recorded43,371 miles
Recorded on27 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda Africa Twin37,449 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR486 OST
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2019 43,371 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 42,633 miles
Pass 29 May 2017 41,895 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 24 May 2016 41,372 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 40,679 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 40,051 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2011 39,507 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 38,734 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 36,882 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 45,450 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 35,442 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 30,501 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 28,758 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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R486 OST is a 1997 Honda Africa Twin in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R486 OST, 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 R486 OST registered?

R486 OST is a 1997 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R486 OST safe to buy?

The MOT history for R486 OST shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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