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YE12 ZTU

2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

12,305 mi
Last recorded12,305 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b12,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 ZTU
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 125 M-b
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 12,305 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2025 12,305 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 9,430 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 6,183 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 6,183 miles

Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 5,662 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 5,662 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 4,524 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 4,496 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2020 4,496 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 4,470 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 4,368 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 4,076 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 3,858 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 May 2014 3,205 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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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YE12 ZTU is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YE12 ZTU, 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 YE12 ZTU registered?

YE12 ZTU is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b, first registered on 28 May 2012.

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