MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,043 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly cracked (0.1 (b))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cylinder (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cylinder (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))
Front Slight cracks in side walls front tyre.
Nearside Hand grip slightly loose.
Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Offside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
gaiters fitted not allowing inspection of fork stanchions
Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
gaiters fitted not allowing inspection of fork stanchions
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
fork gaiters fitted not allowing inspection of fork stanchion swept area
nearside heated grip turns and could interfere with operation of clutch lever and passing light switch
rear tyre has a cut in the tread but not deep enough to reach the cords or plies
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
How Reliable is the Honda Africa Twin?
Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.
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V68 DRU is a 1999 Honda Africa Twin in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1999 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,878 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 V68 DRU, 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 27 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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V68 DRU is a 1999 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 22 October 1999.
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