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BD12 MSY

2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

21,798 mi
Last recorded21,798 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b12,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 MSY
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 125 M-b
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 21,798 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 13 May 2026 21,798 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Fail 13 May 2026 21,768 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front tyre 13 years old, and perished

Pass 2 Jun 2025 5,159 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 5,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 4,390 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 4,352 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 4,298 miles

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 2,626 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 577 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019
Pass 10 Apr 2018

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 10,348 miles

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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BD12 MSY 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 BD12 MSY, 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 BD12 MSY registered?

BD12 MSY is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b, first registered on 9 June 2012.

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