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Honda Africa Twin

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 742 cc

V81 HBYMOT history

V81 HBY is a black petrol Honda Africa Twin first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 33,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
33,039 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V81 HBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Africa Twin
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
742 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V81 HBY was last recorded at 33,039 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 9,534 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,505 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,534 miles
Average per year
1,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 33,039 miles
  • 2024 – 23,505 miles
  • 2022 – 23,341 miles
  • 2021 – 22,708 miles
  • 2020 – 22,251 miles
  • 2019 – 21,305 miles
  • 2018 – 20,267 miles
  • 2017 – 18,967 miles
  • 2016 – 18,051 miles
  • 2015 – 17,466 miles
  • 2014 – 16,682 miles
  • 2013 – 16,236 miles
  • 2012 – 15,842 miles
  • 2011 – 14,640 miles
  • 2010 – 14,125 miles
  • 2009 – 13,793 miles
  • 2008 – 13,283 miles
  • 2006 – 10,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,039 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Baffle missing (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisorySlight fluctuation on front brake
  • AdvisorySuspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel corroded but not to excess Rear rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass33,039 miles (+9,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    33,039 miles
    Test number
    525599257560
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Baffle missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight fluctuation on front brake
    • AdvisorySuspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel corroded but not to excess Rear rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass23,505 miles (+164)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    23,505 miles
    Test number
    285859850668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass23,341 miles (+633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    23,341 miles
    Test number
    880503381396
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass22,708 miles (+457)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    22,708 miles
    Test number
    359652377858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass22,251 miles (+946)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    22,251 miles
    Test number
    334853256926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass21,305 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    21,305 miles
    Test number
    542028269781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass20,267 miles (+1,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    20,267 miles
    Test number
    403936554065
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass18,967 miles (+916)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    18,967 miles
    Test number
    288274856705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,051 miles (+585)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    18,051 miles
    Test number
    340906791896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass17,466 miles (+784)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    17,466 miles
    Test number
    355553065146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass16,682 miles (+446)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    16,682 miles
    Test number
    216961164127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,236 miles (+394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    16,236 miles
    Test number
    339564953133
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  13. Pass15,842 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    15,842 miles
    Test number
    308655642120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  14. Fail15,842 miles (+1,202)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,842 miles
    Test number
    719355942164
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.3)
    • FailureDecelerometer brake test neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.E1c)
    • FailureDecelerometer brake test no brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (3.3.E1a)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

  15. Pass14,640 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,640 miles
    Test number
    159709551152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,125 miles (+332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    14,125 miles
    Test number
    724643900177
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  17. Fail13,793 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,793 miles
    Test number
    451600629139
    • Repaired at testFront Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

  18. Pass13,793 miles (+510)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    13,793 miles
    Test number
    460520329139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,283 miles (+3,139)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,283 miles
    Test number
    451315668069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    10,144 miles
    Test number
    381018236352
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Questions about V81 HBY

Does V81 HBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V81 HBY is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V81 HBY?
The MOT on V81 HBY is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V81 HBY done?
V81 HBY was recorded at 33,039 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 1,209 miles a year.
Has V81 HBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V81 HBY has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2012.
Has the mileage on V81 HBY 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 V81 HBY find?
V81 HBY passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: exhaust noisy baffle missing; slight fluctuation on front brake; suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear linkage, and 1 more.

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