2011 Honda CBF 125 M-B 0.1L Petrol · LD11 JXP

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards reactive neglect in recent years. The most recent test in October 2025 at 23,730 miles identified multiple minor defects including a loose nearside rear drive chain, a noisy exhaust, and loose mirror and gear lever components. While the bike passed, the increasing frequency of mechanical advisories following the clean records of earlier years suggests that the owner is only addressing faults when they fail an inspection rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a fifteen-year-old motorcycle, averaging only about 1,500 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage noted between 2019 and 2021 where the bike covered only 4,050 miles in two years, followed by a more consistent increase of 3,000 miles between late 2023 and late 2025. This low-use pattern often leads to secondary issues such as fluid ingress, perished seals, and the degradation of rubber components despite the low overall mechanical wear. A buyer must personally inspect the drive chain and sprockets, as this has been a recurring failure since 2016, progressing from excessive looseness to stiff links and now a loose chain again. The noisy exhaust noted in both 2024 and 2025 indicates internal corrosion or mounting issues that require attention. Given the 2018 failure for worn front brake pads and the bent offside rear brake lever noted in 2025, the entire braking system should be checked for uneven pad wear or seized calipers resulting from long periods of standing.