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GV12 YZN

2012 Honda Cbr

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

50,914 mi
Last recorded50,914 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbr11,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 YZN
MakeHonda
ModelCbr
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 50,914 miles

Cush drive rubbers worn

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Loose in clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Not fitted with rear footrests

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

Fail 22 Apr 2026 50,901 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted horse shoe clip wrong direction (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested headlight low beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Position lamp not working o/s not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake master cylinder insecure hanging on a pair of loose ally decrative bolts (1.1.10 (c))

Rear Chain guard insecure likely to become detached as dragging on drive chain (6.1.7 (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn swing arm has exsesive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working not woirking from rear pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust noisy after market end can fitted also loose in clamp (8.1.1 (a))

Mudguard insecure has bolt missing

Nearside Front speedo wire insecure on front leg

Rear brake hose insecure

no rear footrests or seat fitted at time of test

Rear chain adjusters fitted incorectly

Pass 15 Apr 2025 35,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose Silencer band slightly loose on silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fairing & chain guard secured with cable ties

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable R/H Handlebar slightly bent back (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear brake hose & rear brake fluid reservior secured with cable ties

Steering headbearing has slight free play Knocks when braking (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 35,848 miles

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

Rear Brake component insecure Rear brake master cylinder bolt missing (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Pedal hits exhaust (1.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate incorrect Too small (0.1 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Rear brake hose not secured to swinging arm - very close to side of tyre (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose Silencer band slightly loose on silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fairing & chain guard secured with cable ties

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable R/H Handlebar slightly bent back (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play Knocks when braking (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 24,876 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive rubbers have slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 13,411 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 13,193 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2022 13,193 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 11,545 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 6,311 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbr?

Based on 98,965 MOT tests across 15,112 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
978
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
15,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 504
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 293
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 287
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GV12 YZN is a 2012 Honda Cbr in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2012 Honda Cbr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 11,228 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 Cbr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV12 YZN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbr typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Cbr is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GV12 YZN registered?

GV12 YZN is a 2012 Honda Cbr, first registered on 17 August 2012.

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