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Honda Africa Twin

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 742 cc

S5 XRVMOT history

S5 XRV is a blue petrol Honda Africa Twin first used on 21 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 49,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
49,758 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 XRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Africa Twin
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
742 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 XRV was last recorded at 49,758 miles on 29 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,758 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,758 miles
  • 2024 – 47,828 miles
  • 2022 – 45,175 miles
  • 2021 – 42,433 miles
  • 2020 – 37,648 miles
  • 2019 – 36,931 miles
  • 2018 – 33,863 miles
  • 2017 – 27,435 miles
  • 2016 – 26,916 miles
  • 2015 – 25,663 miles
  • 2014 – 25,441 miles
  • 2012 – 25,000 miles
  • 2011 – 24,119 miles
  • 2009 – 22,593 miles
  • 2008 – 15,663 miles
  • 2006 – 6,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,758 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    49,758 miles
    Test number
    426768670976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail49,758 miles (+1,930)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,758 miles
    Test number
    109639665775
    • MajorRear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass47,828 miles (+2,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    47,828 miles
    Test number
    449274045821
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass45,175 miles (+2,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    45,175 miles
    Test number
    247839907797
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass42,433 miles (+4,785)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    42,433 miles
    Test number
    204731340512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,648 miles (+717)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,648 miles
    Test number
    498658298616
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive replace as soon as possible (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively replace as soon as possible (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play replace as soon as possible (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass36,931 miles (+3,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,931 miles
    Test number
    488341740038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass33,863 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    33,863 miles
    Test number
    901316973115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  9. Fail33,861 miles (+6,426)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,861 miles
    Test number
    672931445997
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryBolt missing out of front mudgard

  10. Pass27,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    27,435 miles
    Test number
    372570074656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail27,435 miles (+519)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,435 miles
    Test number
    957429764304
    • FailureRear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

  12. Pass26,916 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    26,916 miles
    Test number
    692395599245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,882 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    26,882 miles
    Test number
    579682141573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,663 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    25,663 miles
    Test number
    688582145193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,441 miles
    Test number
    355124804176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,441 miles (+441)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,441 miles
    Test number
    937304704120
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  17. Pass25,000 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,000 miles
    Test number
    349211362438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,119 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,119 miles
    Test number
    318061941104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    22,593 miles
    Test number
    272477099229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,571 miles (+1,996)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,571 miles
    Test number
    543607499223
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

  21. Pass20,575 miles (+4,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,575 miles
    Test number
    441179979072
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  22. Pass15,663 miles (+8,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    15,663 miles
    Test number
    313087178004
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  23. Pass6,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    6,950 miles
    Test number
    771768906319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail6,950 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,950 miles
    Test number
    794858106303
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about S5 XRV

Does S5 XRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 XRV is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 XRV?
The MOT on S5 XRV is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 XRV done?
S5 XRV was recorded at 49,758 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 2,188 miles a year.
Has S5 XRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 XRV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 XRV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S5 XRV find?
S5 XRV passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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