Honda Cbf 125 M-B
MotorcycleFrom 1,455 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 45 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 45 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 28 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 26 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 25 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 22 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 21 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 19 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 18 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 17 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 15 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 18.2% of Cbf 125 M-B failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £51.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 74.4% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 77.3% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbf 125 M-Bs tested had between 13,804 and 24,999 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,807 median miles, the Cbf 125 M-B has 0.132 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Cbf 125 M-B MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbf 125 M-B has a 75.1% MOT pass rate based on 1,455 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbf 125 M-B?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbf 125 M-B is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 45 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbf 125 M-B at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbf 125 M-B is 18,807 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,804 and 24,999 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.