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S484 NGN

1998 Honda Africa Twin

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

83,719 mi
Last recorded83,719 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Africa Twin39,513 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS484 NGN
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 83,719 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 79,796 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 79,067 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 77,671 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 77,513 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 75,871 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 75,071 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 72,286 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 66,464 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 11 Apr 2017 66,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 55,478 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 55,252 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 54,689 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 May 2011 51,712 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 50,589 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 48,037 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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S484 NGN is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 S484 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 S484 NGN registered?

S484 NGN is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S484 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S484 NGN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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