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2020 Honda CBF 0.1L Petrol · FV20 BZE

FV20 BZE

2020 Honda CBF (0.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2020. Recorded mileage 3,760 miles. MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
HONDA CBF
Year / Origin
2020 · Lincoln
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 26 Aug 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 Sept 2026)
Recorded Mileage
3,760 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 0.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 26 Aug 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2020
Engine
125cc
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FV20 BZE Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2025
  • 3,760 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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FV20 BZE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 15:01
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Honda Cbf (FV20 BZE) between August 2023 and August 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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FV20 BZE Mileage History

  1. 17/08/202310 mi
  2. 27/08/2024194 mi+184 mi
  3. 28/08/20253,760 mi+3,566 mi
  4. 28/08/20253,760 mi

Average of roughly 1,846 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 4
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
57
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

MOT Expired or Failed
Taxed
Good MOT pass rate (75%)
Outstanding recall notice
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory

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Buying Score
78/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£400-£700
Mileage
The recorded mileage of 3,760 miles is s...

Our Verdict

A strong option for a low-mileage commut

Given the exceptionally low mileage for a six-year-old vehicle, you should verify the service history to ensure oil and filter changes have been performed based on time intervals rather than mileage. Vehicles that spend long periods stationary can suffer from battery degradation and perished rubber components, so check for these specifically.

Ensure the seller can provide evidence or an invoice for the repairs carried out in August 2025 to address the steering and alignment failures. Negotiate based on the age of the tyres; if they are the originals from 2020, they may require replacement due to age-related hardening, regardless of the remaining tread depth.

As a 125cc petrol engine, this vehicle is designed for maximum economy. It will sit in a low insurance group and a low annual road tax bracket, making it one of the most affordable ways to commute in the UK.

Maintenance costs for the CBF range are typically low, focusing on basic consumables like oil, tyres, and brake pads. Fuel consumption is expected to be very high, keeping monthly running expenses to a minimum.

The primary area of inspection must be the steering and chassis. The August 2025 MOT failure specifically noted a stiff or notchy steering headbearing and incorrect rear wheel alignment that adversely affected the steering. During a test ride, ensure the handlebars move smoothly from lock to lock without any 'clicks' or resistance.

Additionally, check the rear wheel alignment and ensure the bike tracks straight. Because the mileage is so low (3,760 miles), inspect the tyres for 'flat spots' or sidewall cracking, which can occur when a bike is left on its stand for extended periods.

This grey 2020 Honda CBF 125 has covered just 3,760 miles since its first registration in August 2020. The MOT history is relatively clean, with a failure and subsequent pass on the same day in August 2025. It represents a low-usage example of a fuel-efficient 125cc petrol bike.

No specific aggregate MOT data is available for the Honda CBF in this dataset to establish a wider reliability pattern.

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