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SM61 SWY

2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,973 mi
Last recorded7,973 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b18,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 SWY
MakeHonda
ModelCbf 1000 Fa-b
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 7,973 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2025 7,972 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 7,972 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 7,891 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 7,831 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 7,745 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 7,428 miles

both tyres right on limits

Pass 15 May 2018 6,762 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 5,485 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 4,319 miles
Pass 25 May 2015 4,223 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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SM61 SWY is a 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SM61 SWY, 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

How do I check the history of SM61 SWY?

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What year was SM61 SWY registered?

SM61 SWY is a 2012 Honda Cbf 1000 Fa-b, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is SM61 SWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 SWY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM61 SWY have outstanding finance?

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