MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,371 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Honda Africa Twin?
Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Does R486 OST have outstanding finance?
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