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X268 NWY

2001 Honda Africa Twin

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,402 mi
Last recorded43,402 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Africa Twin30,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX268 NWY
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 43,402 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2026 43,379 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2025 41,880 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2025 41,880 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 41,712 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 40,897 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 39,156 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 38,052 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 37,764 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Sep 2016 37,455 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 34,731 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

nearside position lamp not working

Pass 25 Mar 2014 31,736 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 31,046 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 30,936 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 27,629 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 25,602 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 24,762 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 23,621 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 18,605 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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X268 NWY is a 2001 Honda Africa Twin in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 30,763 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 X268 NWY, 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 25 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X268 NWY?

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What year was X268 NWY registered?

X268 NWY is a 2001 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X268 NWY safe to buy?

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