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N521 BTJ

1996 Honda Africa Twin

White Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,114 mi
Last recorded83,114 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda Africa Twin41,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN521 BTJ
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 83,114 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 79,547 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 79,547 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 74,392 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 71,723 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 67,994 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 64,947 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 54,779 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 54,779 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 42,020 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 29,716 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Dec 2014 18,516 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 18,516 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 8,694 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 8,694 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 426 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2012 426 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2008 26,294 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 21,688 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 19,484 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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N521 BTJ is a 1996 Honda Africa Twin in White with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 41,451 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 N521 BTJ, 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 30 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 N521 BTJ registered?

N521 BTJ is a 1996 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 13 February 1996.

Is N521 BTJ safe to buy?

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