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RE12 ZFS

2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,359 mi
Last recorded24,359 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b18,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 ZFS
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 Fa-b
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 24,359 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 24,359 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 22,542 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 19,958 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 18,535 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 18,484 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 18,484 miles

Stop lamp not working operation front brake controls (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 16,313 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 15,773 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 13,983 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 12,626 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 8,411 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b?

Based on 1,990 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.

92.4%
Pass Rate
1,420
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
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RE12 ZFS is a 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 18,584 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 1000 Fa-b fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE12 ZFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE12 ZFS registered?

RE12 ZFS is a 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is RE12 ZFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 ZFS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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