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Honda CBF 125 M-B

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 125 cc

LA12 EXCMOT history

LA12 EXC is a black petrol Honda CBF 125 M-B first used on 22 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 26,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
26,569 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA12 EXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
CBF 125 M-B
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
125 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA12 EXC was last recorded at 26,569 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,320 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
249 miles
Average per year
562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 26,569 miles
  • 2025 – 26,320 miles
  • 2023 – 25,400 miles
  • 2022 – 24,777 miles
  • 2021 – 24,219 miles
  • 2020 – 23,270 miles
  • 2016 – 22,543 miles
  • 2015 – 20,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,569 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 2 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,569 miles (+249)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    26,569 miles
    Test number
    812626186161
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  2. Pass26,320 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    26,320 miles
    Test number
    201935242729
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  3. Fail26,320 miles (+920)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,320 miles
    Test number
    452215418466
    • Repaired at testHandlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass25,400 miles (+623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    25,400 miles
    Test number
    591185290237
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  5. Pass24,777 miles (+558)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    24,777 miles
    Test number
    269070062488
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  6. Pass24,219 miles (+949)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    24,219 miles
    Test number
    129597761294
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  7. Pass23,270 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    23,270 miles
    Test number
    911142536426
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail23,270 miles (+727)4 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,270 miles
    Test number
    366342846943
    • DangerousDrive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached missing (6.1.7 (j) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousRear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousThrottle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle housing loose/likely to become detached (6.2.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass22,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    22,543 miles
    Test number
    525183376785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail22,543 miles (+1,911)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,543 miles
    Test number
    796651552446
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

  11. Pass20,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,632 miles
    Test number
    619869964019
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Questions about LA12 EXC

Does LA12 EXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA12 EXC is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA12 EXC?
The MOT on LA12 EXC is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA12 EXC done?
LA12 EXC was recorded at 26,569 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 562 miles a year.
Has LA12 EXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA12 EXC has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LA12 EXC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LA12 EXC find?
LA12 EXC passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 9 advisories: drive chain slightly loose; drive chain worn but not considered excessive; exhaust noisy, and 6 more.

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