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Y616 LDP

2001 Honda Africa Twin

Blue Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,056 mi
Last recorded57,056 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Africa Twin30,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY616 LDP
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 57,056 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 56,056 miles

Both tyres starting to crack/perish

Pass 4 Mar 2022 55,804 miles

some wheel spokes loose

Pass 30 Mar 2021 55,417 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 54,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside handlebar grip moves

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose quite a few loose (5.2.2 (d))

neutral light stays on all time

Fail 12 Jun 2019 54,167 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 53,088 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 52,271 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 25,313 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 24,852 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 23,474 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 22,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 22,776 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 22,761 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 22,261 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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Y616 LDP is a 2001 Honda Africa Twin in Blue with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 Y616 LDP, 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

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What year was Y616 LDP registered?

Y616 LDP is a 2001 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 15 March 2001.

Is Y616 LDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y616 LDP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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