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FM18 ZBR

2018 Honda Cbf

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18,991 mi
Last recorded18,991 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Honda Cbf9,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM18 ZBR
MakeHonda
ModelCbf
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 18,991 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2025 18,968 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 16,644 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 14,843 miles

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

Offside Foot peg seriously damaged with sharp edges.

Rear ABS sensor badly worn from incorrect fitting. Abs System not functioning. Light stays on on the dash

Fail 29 Jun 2023 14,793 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Foot peg seriously damaged with sharp edges.

Rear ABS sensor badly worn from incorrect fitting. Abs System not functioning. Light stays on on the dash

Pass 5 Jul 2022 12,459 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Fail 5 Jul 2022 12,444 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 9,873 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

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

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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FM18 ZBR is a 2018 Honda Cbf in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2018 Honda Cbf models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 9,008 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 FM18 ZBR, 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 8 years old, this Honda Cbf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FM18 ZBR registered?

FM18 ZBR is a 2018 Honda Cbf, first registered on 4 July 2018.

Is FM18 ZBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM18 ZBR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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