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T240 YTT

1999 Honda Africa Twin

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,021 mi
Last recorded48,021 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 1999 Honda Africa Twin34,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT240 YTT
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 48,021 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 44,714 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 43,005 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 39,237 miles

Front Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect front fork seals.

Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 38,703 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 37,483 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 34,106 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 34,106 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 33,176 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 33,176 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2012 29,249 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 29,249 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 27,424 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 27,424 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 26,444 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 24,236 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 22,239 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 22,239 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 19,284 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 17,388 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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T240 YTT is a 1999 Honda Africa Twin in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,878 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 T240 YTT, 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 27 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 T240 YTT registered?

T240 YTT is a 1999 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 13 July 1999.

Is T240 YTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T240 YTT shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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