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R296 GRO

1998 Honda Africa Twin

Red Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

87,765 mi
Last recorded87,765 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda Africa Twin39,513 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR296 GRO
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 87,765 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Nov 2014 87,759 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 85,435 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 85,434 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2012 77,241 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 68,494 miles

Chain guard missing

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

both bar end weights loose

Pass 6 Jul 2010 58,470 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 45,680 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2009 45,664 miles

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 44,628 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 44,628 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 28 Sep 2007 42,969 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 42,969 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 10,182 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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R296 GRO is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin in Red with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 39,513 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 R296 GRO, 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 28 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R296 GRO is a 1998 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 28 April 1998.

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