2022 Honda CBF 125 M-M 0.1L Petrol · YF22 MZU

The vehicle’s most recent official MOT record is a failure from 22 July 2025 at 9,901 miles, nearly 12 months before the current date of 15 June 2026, with two unaddressed faults: a stop lamp that remains illuminated after the brake is released, and a slightly loose drive chain. The maintenance trend is stagnant to worsening, as the drive chain wear was flagged on both the pass and fail entries for that test date, meaning it was not rectified between checks, and the stop lamp fault is a new, unresolved issue that directly caused the test failure. The bike is roughly 4 years old as of June 2026, with only 9,901 recorded miles, equating to around 2,475 miles per year, well below average for a 125cc commuter or leisure motorcycle. Low annual mileage can indicate light, infrequent use, or long periods of storage, which often leads to issues like perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, or flat-spotted tyres even with low total tread wear. There are no notable gaps in the recorded mileage data, but the sparse MOT history (only one test date on record) means there is no visibility into maintenance carried out between the bike’s first registration and the 2025 test. A buyer should prioritise in-person checks of the two flagged MOT faults first. Test the stop lamp circuit repeatedly by pressing and releasing the brake lever to confirm the rear light extinguishes fully each time, as a sticking brake switch or damaged wiring is the most common cause of this fault, and it is a legal requirement for the light to turn off when the brake is not applied. Next, inspect the drive chain for correct tension and wear: measure the slack against Honda’s service specifications for the CBF 125, check for stiff or seized links, and examine the front and rear sprocket teeth for hooked or worn edges, as a loose or worn chain can cause sudden loss of drive, gearbox damage, or dangerous loss of traction. Beyond the flagged faults, the low mileage pattern warrants checks for storage-related wear that may not show up on an MOT. Inspect the brake discs and calipers for signs of binding or surface corrosion, test the brakes for consistent, even pressure, and check all rubber components (tyres, brake hoses, gaskets) for age cracking or perishing even if tread appears adequate. Look for minor corrosion on the exhaust, suspension linkage, and frame joints, as long periods of standing in damp conditions can cause superficial rust that may indicate poor storage history.