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RF58 VZV

2009 Honda Cbf 125 M-9

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

40,614 mi
Last recorded40,614 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M-913,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF58 VZV
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 125 M-9
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 40,614 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 40,614 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 37,223 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 37,222 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Horn insecure.

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 35,406 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear indicator repaired

corosion on frame and stand etc

Pass 5 Aug 2021 33,130 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 33,130 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 31,728 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

front susp/soft

Fail 9 Jul 2020 31,727 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working from either brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

front susp/soft

slight bind on front brake

Pass 9 Aug 2019 30,598 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing soft (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2017 27,757 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 27,757 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 23,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Jan 2016 23,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2015 20,709 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2014 16,375 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 16,375 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2013 12,411 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2012 7,795 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 125 M-9?

Based on 14,801 MOT tests across 1,717 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
1,431
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
1,717
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 284
Drive chain excessively loose 266
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 187
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 178
Handlebar deformed 137
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RF58 VZV is a 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M-9 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M-9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 13,158 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-9 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 284 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF58 VZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 125 M-9 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Cbf 125 M-9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RF58 VZV is a 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M-9, first registered on 12 February 2009.

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