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R715 YOR

1998 Honda Africa Twin

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,744 mi
Last recorded27,744 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Africa Twin39,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR715 YOR
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 27,744 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 27,659 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 27,501 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 26,668 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 26,629 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 26,600 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 25,698 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

drive chain fitted not standard equipment

drive chain joining link not suitable

Pass 22 May 2007 23,810 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 23,810 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 22,960 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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R715 YOR is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R715 YOR, 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 R715 YOR registered?

R715 YOR is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R715 YOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R715 YOR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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