Honda Cbf 125 M-M
MotorcycleFrom 1,367 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 29 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 29 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 25 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 6 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 5 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 4 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering | 3 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cbf 125 M-Ms tested had between 3,785 and 10,882 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,793 median miles, the Cbf 125 M-M has 0.172 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-M MOT pass rate?
The Honda Cbf 125 M-M has a 88.3% MOT pass rate based on 1,367 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Cbf 125 M-M?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Cbf 125 M-M is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 29 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Cbf 125 M-M at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Cbf 125 M-M is 6,793 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,785 and 10,882 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.