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LB12 XEJ

2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,588 mi
Last recorded28,588 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b12,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 XEJ
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 125 M-b
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 28,588 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 1 Apr 2025 28,588 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 19,170 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 11,254 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 10,938 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 9,054 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 8,906 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2018 8,906 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 5,572 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 4,454 miles

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

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 16 Feb 2016 4,454 miles

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

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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LB12 XEJ is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LB12 XEJ, 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 LB12 XEJ registered?

LB12 XEJ is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b, first registered on 13 July 2012.

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