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AV12 YLB

2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

28,994 mi
Last recorded28,994 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b12,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 YLB
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 125 M-b
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 28,994 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 28,977 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle has incorrect spacers fitted but is tight.

Pass 15 Oct 2024 24,433 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2024 24,427 miles

Front Upper Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2023 22,420 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2020 26,546 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 23,273 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 17,265 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 17,251 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 10,595 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 10,595 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 8,951 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 8,947 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 125 M-b?

Based on 23,698 MOT tests across 3,082 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
1,290
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
3,082
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 324
Drive chain excessively loose 282
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 228
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 164
Handlebar deformed 141
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AV12 YLB is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 12,218 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 Cbf 125 M-b fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 324 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV12 YLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 125 M-b typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Cbf 125 M-b is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV12 YLB registered?

AV12 YLB is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b, first registered on 10 July 2012.

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