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M544 WLV

1994 Honda Africa Twin

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

54,044 mi
Last recorded54,044 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda Africa Twin38,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM544 WLV
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 54,044 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 53,843 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 53,843 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 53,819 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 53,377 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 53,213 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 53,213 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 52,969 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 52,936 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 51,337 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 50,668 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 49,620 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 47,556 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 46,122 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 32,894 miles

front discs worn and lipped

Fail 9 Aug 2010 32,627 miles

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

continental headlamp temporarily masked to conform to uk spec

slight 'bind' of front brakes

Pass 9 Aug 2010 32,627 miles

continental headlamp temporarily masked to conform to uk spec

slight 'bind' of front brakes

Pass 25 Sep 2008 32,581 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 31,851 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 26,831 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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M544 WLV is a 1994 Honda Africa Twin in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1994 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 38,980 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 M544 WLV, 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 32 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M544 WLV registered?

M544 WLV is a 1994 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 8 September 1994.

Is M544 WLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M544 WLV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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