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Y287 AAM

2001 Honda Africa Twin

Black Petrol 742cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,488 mi
Last recorded41,488 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda Africa Twin30,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY287 AAM
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine742cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 41,488 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 39,381 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

n/s dip beam beam may not be working

n/s front side light not working

Fail 1 Jun 2016 39,381 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

n/s dip beam beam may not be working

n/s front side light not working

Pass 16 Jun 2014 37,560 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 34,642 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 33,296 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

front mud gaurd and n/s/f fairing have been repaird

none standard indicatures all round fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2012 33,296 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front mud gaurd and n/s/f fairing have been repaird

none standard indicatures all round fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2011 32,923 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 32,893 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 7 Jul 2010 32,893 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,766 miles

slight deteration and tread getting low

Pass 25 Apr 2008 28,385 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 26,005 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 25,984 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 23,922 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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Y287 AAM is a 2001 Honda Africa Twin in Black with a 742cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda Africa Twin models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 30,763 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 Y287 AAM, 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 25 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y287 AAM registered?

Y287 AAM is a 2001 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y287 AAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y287 AAM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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