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AX61 BYW

2012 Honda Cbf

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

20,386 mi
Last recorded20,386 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf10,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX61 BYW
MakeHonda
ModelCbf
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 20,386 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 20,286 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 17,454 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 17,027 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

L/H chain adjuster broken.

Pass 1 May 2019 16,927 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 May 2019 16,927 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2019 16,927 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear tyre tread worn unevenly.

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 13,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 8,775 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 6,853 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Apr 2016 6,853 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 2,745 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 4 Apr 2015 2,745 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf?

Based on 44,400 MOT tests across 7,994 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
1,390
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
7,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 194
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AX61 BYW is a 2012 Honda Cbf in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2012 Honda Cbf models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 10,915 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 194 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX61 BYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Cbf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AX61 BYW is a 2012 Honda Cbf, first registered on 2 February 2012.

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