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S409 NGN

1998 Honda Africa Twin

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,276 mi
Last recorded45,276 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda Africa Twin39,513 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS409 NGN
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 45,276 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

front fork gators fitted

front tyre is slightly perished

Pass 23 Sep 2015 44,845 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

advise fork gattors fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2014 44,240 miles

front fork gators fitted

temporary centre stand holder fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2012 43,366 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

main stand held up with rubber bungy strap

Fail 23 Nov 2012 43,360 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

main stand held up with rubber bungy strap

Pass 3 Aug 2011 41,173 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 41,075 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 41,038 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 35,565 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2007 28,386 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 27,195 miles

Rear wheel bearings need replacing soon

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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S409 NGN is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S409 NGN, 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 S409 NGN registered?

S409 NGN is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 19 October 1998.

Is S409 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S409 NGN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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