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W748 AFV

2000 Honda Africa Twin

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,526 mi
Last recorded16,526 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 2000 Honda Africa Twin27,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW748 AFV
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 16,526 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 16,500 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 16,204 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 15,691 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 13,593 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 9,280 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 8,173 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 7,375 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 5,365 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 3,191 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 3,191 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 2,849 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 2,515 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 1,517 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 1,338 miles

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

r/h fairing split

Fail 14 May 2009 1,338 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

r/h bodywork loose

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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W748 AFV is a 2000 Honda Africa Twin in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2000 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 27,176 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 W748 AFV, 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 26 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 W748 AFV registered?

W748 AFV is a 2000 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 22 March 2000.

Is W748 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W748 AFV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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