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HW09 BWL

2009 Honda Cbf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

39,151 mi
Last recorded39,151 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Cbf14,403 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW09 BWL
MakeHonda
ModelCbf
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 39,151 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 38,724 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 38,718 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements obscured (0.1 (d))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 38,667 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 35,221 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2021 35,221 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 31,180 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 27,925 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame, swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front brake lever notchy in operation

front tyre feathered badly

head set bearings slightly notchy

rear drive rubbers worn

Fail 27 Jul 2018 27,925 miles

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

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame, swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front brake lever notchy in operation

front tyre feathered badly

head set bearings slightly notchy

rear drive rubbers worn

Fail 21 Jul 2018 27,905 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose sprocket carrier (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

steering head bearings slightly notchy

Pass 25 Jul 2017 25,513 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front mudguard damaged but not dangerous

Front Front tyre worn unevenly

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Gear change linkage worn

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swingingarm (6.1.1a)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 25,513 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front mudguard damaged but not dangerous

Front Front tyre worn unevenly

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Gear change linkage worn

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swingingarm (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 23,282 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated Front header pipe (7.1.1a)

Front Front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 15 Jul 2015 20,714 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 17,658 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 14,599 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 14,599 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 11,479 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 11,479 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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HW09 BWL is a 2009 Honda Cbf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 HW09 BWL, 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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HW09 BWL is a 2009 Honda Cbf, first registered on 22 July 2009.

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