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RV12 KWF

2012 Honda Cbf 1000 A-a

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,019 mi
Last recorded21,019 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 A-a14,658 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 KWF
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 A-a
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 21,019 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 19,763 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 18,826 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 18,691 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 18,343 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 18,009 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 17,181 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 17,181 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 14,517 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 12,656 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 12,656 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 11,253 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2015 9,680 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 8,616 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda Cbf 1000 A-a?

Based on 2,945 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
1,148
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Headlamp aim too high 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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RV12 KWF is a 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 A-a in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 A-a models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 14,658 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 A-a fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV12 KWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV12 KWF registered?

RV12 KWF is a 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 A-a, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is RV12 KWF safe to buy?

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