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AV12 YLO

2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

12,448 mi
Last recorded12,448 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b12,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 12,448 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 12,448 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front tyre cracking in tread

Front wheel has slight bind

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 12,300 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre cracking in tread

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 29 May 2024 12,287 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre cracking in tread

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 11,974 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2022 11,968 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 11,848 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

o/s/r indicator lens missing

Pass 4 Nov 2015 9,690 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

o/s/r indicator lens missing

Fail 4 Nov 2015 9,690 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

o/s/r indicator lens missing

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 YLO is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 YLO, 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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AV12 YLO is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b, first registered on 20 June 2012.

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