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AO12 NKZ

2012 Honda CBF125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,814 mi
Last recorded37,814 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda CBF12512,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 NKZ
MakeHonda
ModelCBF125
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 37,814 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2025 37,814 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 30,938 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive RUSTY (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy NOTCHY (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 25,882 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy NOTCHY (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 25,882 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy NOTCHY (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2021 23,805 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 22,107 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 19,705 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 19,691 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 18,865 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 18,351 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBF125?

Based on 9,423 MOT tests across 1,107 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
1,386
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
1,107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 177
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 132
Drive chain excessively loose 129
Handlebar deformed 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 81
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AO12 NKZ is a 2012 Honda CBF125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2012 Honda CBF125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 12,955 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 CBF125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO12 NKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBF125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Honda CBF125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AO12 NKZ is a 2012 Honda CBF125, first registered on 13 August 2012.

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