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Honda Africa Twin

White · Petrol · 1999 · 742 cc

V68 DRUMOT history

V68 DRU is a white petrol Honda Africa Twin first used on 22 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 55,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2025
Mileage
55,043 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V68 DRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Africa Twin
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
742 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V68 DRU was last recorded at 55,043 miles on 8 Mar 2024, 3,110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,933 miles · 4 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3,110 miles
Average per year
1,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 55,043 miles
  • 2023 – 51,933 miles
  • 2022 – 48,388 miles
  • 2021 – 46,857 miles
  • 2019 – 45,783 miles
  • 2018 – 45,656 miles
  • 2017 – 45,634 miles
  • 2016 – 45,617 miles
  • 2013 – 43,617 miles
  • 2012 – 42,920 miles
  • 2011 – 41,065 miles
  • 2010 – 39,515 miles
  • 2008 – 35,904 miles
  • 2007 – 31,726 miles
  • 2006 – 29,846 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,043 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly cracked (0.1 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,043 miles (+3,110)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    55,043 miles
    Test number
    533369824131
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly cracked (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass51,933 miles (+3,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    51,933 miles
    Test number
    934288858429
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  3. Pass48,388 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    48,388 miles
    Test number
    147992791643
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cylinder (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail48,388 miles (+1,531)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,388 miles
    Test number
    304057392506
    • DangerousNearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cylinder (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass46,857 miles (+1,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,857 miles
    Test number
    760603027481
    • AdvisoryFront Slight cracks in side walls front tyre.
    • AdvisoryNearside Hand grip slightly loose.

  6. Pass45,783 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,783 miles
    Test number
    499032381995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,656 miles
    Test number
    392665208496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail45,656 miles (+22)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,656 miles
    Test number
    501837191337
    • Repaired at testFront Horn not working (1.7.3a)

  9. Pass45,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,634 miles
    Test number
    934691604860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,634 miles (+17)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,634 miles
    Test number
    373554115257
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

  11. Fail45,617 miles (+2,000)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,617 miles
    Test number
    415699515153
    • FailureNearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

  12. Pass43,617 miles (+697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,617 miles
    Test number
    276946943291
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  13. Pass42,920 miles (+5)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,920 miles
    Test number
    407924442220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteGaiters fitted not allowing inspection of fork stanchions

  14. Fail42,915 miles (+1,850)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,915 miles
    Test number
    698516332210
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteGaiters fitted not allowing inspection of fork stanchions

  15. Pass41,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,065 miles
    Test number
    246682841232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,065 miles (+1,550)1 failure7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,065 miles
    Test number
    109422741211
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
    • NoteFork gaiters fitted not allowing inspection of fork stanchion swept area
    • NoteNearside heated grip turns and could interfere with operation of clutch lever and passing light switch
    • NoteRear tyre has a cut in the tread but not deep enough to reach the cords or plies

  17. Pass39,515 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,515 miles
    Test number
    511468640175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,904 miles (+4,178)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,904 miles
    Test number
    840184438325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,726 miles (+1,880)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    31,726 miles
    Test number
    730998177247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,846 miles (+1,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    29,846 miles
    Test number
    741535286254
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

  21. Pass28,647 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,647 miles
    Test number
    482454496183
    • AdvisoryBrake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryBrake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Questions about V68 DRU

Does V68 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V68 DRU expired on 23 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V68 DRU?
The MOT on V68 DRU expired on 23 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V68 DRU done?
V68 DRU was recorded at 55,043 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2024, an average of 1,495 miles a year.
Has V68 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V68 DRU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on V68 DRU 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 V68 DRU find?
V68 DRU passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2024 with 4 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort; rear tyre worn close to the legal limit, and 1 more.

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