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AY09 ZCV

2009 Honda Cbf

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

45,319 mi
Last recorded45,319 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Cbf14,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 ZCV
MakeHonda
ModelCbf
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 45,319 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2026 45,319 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 37,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 37,439 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre surface cracking

Pass 12 Apr 2024 33,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 33,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 31,151 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 30,493 miles

Rear slighty reduced damping on rear shocker

Fail 30 Mar 2022 30,493 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake component insecure brake pin loose very dangerous (1.1.21 (c))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear slighty reduced damping on rear shocker

Pass 30 Mar 2021 20,896 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front SLIGHT PITTING ON FRONT FORK TUBES

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 20,896 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front SLIGHT PITTING ON FRONT FORK TUBES

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 16,307 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2018 16,307 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 19,408 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 19,408 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 15,891 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 13,128 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 11,429 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 9,157 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 6,753 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf?

Based on 44,400 MOT tests across 7,994 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
1,390
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
7,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 194
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AY09 ZCV is a 2009 Honda Cbf in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2009 Honda Cbf models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 14,403 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 194 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY09 ZCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Honda Cbf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY09 ZCV registered?

AY09 ZCV is a 2009 Honda Cbf, first registered on 10 March 2009.

Is AY09 ZCV safe to buy?

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