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YY12 UMF

2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

33,943 mi
Last recorded33,943 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b12,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 UMF
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 125 M-b
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 33,943 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 29,864 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 29,673 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2023 29,642 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 26,375 miles

Nearside Front bar end weight missing

Rear Brake reaction bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 23,506 miles

Rear tyre perished and slightly out of shape

Pass 23 Jul 2020 19,608 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 19,608 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2020 19,572 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 15,425 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 10,453 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 5,939 miles

n/s grip requires attention

very slight stiffness in head bearings

Pass 17 Jun 2016 3,317 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 3,317 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 2,464 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 2,464 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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YY12 UMF is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YY12 UMF, 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 YY12 UMF registered?

YY12 UMF is a 2012 Honda Cbf 125 M-b, first registered on 12 July 2012.

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