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LX12 XSO

2012 Honda Cbf

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

25,557 mi
Last recorded25,557 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf10,915 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX12 XSO
MakeHonda
ModelCbf
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 25,557 miles

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

Front Light age related cracking to front tyre tread

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

Offside Front Ridder footrest pivot worn but not excessive

Pass 18 May 2024 25,230 miles
Fail 18 May 2024 25,228 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 24,632 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 4 Mar 2023 24,617 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

TYRES UNDER INFLATED

Pass 5 Mar 2022 24,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 23,772 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))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 23,772 miles

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

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Chain guard insecure front sprocket guard loose (6.1.7 (i))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected revs change as steering is turned lock to lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 17,054 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 17,053 miles

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Dec 2019 17,052 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Front tyre pressure seriously low

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

Rear brake torque arm split pin missing at drum end

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2016 14,822 miles

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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LX12 XSO is a 2012 Honda Cbf in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 LX12 XSO, 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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What year was LX12 XSO registered?

LX12 XSO is a 2012 Honda Cbf, first registered on 10 March 2012.

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