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VN12 AHL

2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,947 mi
Last recorded31,947 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b12,218 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 AHL
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 125 M-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 31,947 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

Fail 21 Mar 2026 31,947 miles

Rear Brake component insecure rear brake arm mounting bolt & nut loose (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 31,738 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2025 31,725 miles

Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2024 31,363 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2023 30,901 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 30,149 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 22,665 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 17,345 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 15,097 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 3 May 2017 15,095 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front tyre under inflated

rear chain dry of lube

Pass 29 Apr 2016 10,088 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 10,088 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 5,633 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear chain lack of lube

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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VN12 AHL is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VN12 AHL, 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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VN12 AHL is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b, first registered on 2 May 2012.

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