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S636 LUB

1998 Honda Africa Twin

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

21,563 mi
Last recorded21,563 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Africa Twin39,513 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS636 LUB
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 21,563 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 20,759 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 20,759 miles

Rear Wheel excessively corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 20,019 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 19,282 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 18,629 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 17,929 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 17,419 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 16,893 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 15,835 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 14,987 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 14,314 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 13,728 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 13,020 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 12,390 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 11,694 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 11,009 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 10,411 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,324 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 8,499 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 7,408 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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S636 LUB is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S636 LUB, 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 S636 LUB registered?

S636 LUB is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S636 LUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S636 LUB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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