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WJ52 YGG

2002 Honda Africa Twin

Multi-colour Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,297 mi
Last recorded28,297 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda Africa Twin23,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 YGG
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2002
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 28,297 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 26,458 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 25,167 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 24,831 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 24,459 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 24,386 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 23,721 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 23,669 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working handle bar control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 22,406 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 22,356 miles

front tyre wearing close to 1.6mm

Fail 27 Apr 2016 22,346 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

front tyre wearing close to 1.6mm

Pass 1 May 2015 21,914 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 21,809 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 21,621 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2012 21,621 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 20,687 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 19,345 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 27,793 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 23,315 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 22,936 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 19,108 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 15,296 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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WJ52 YGG is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin in Multi-colour with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,015 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 WJ52 YGG, 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 24 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ52 YGG registered?

WJ52 YGG is a 2002 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 14 December 2002.

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