Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,701 vehicles, the 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Cbf 125 M 9 (2009)

1,701 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.8% first-time pass rate

2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9

CarHunch analysed 1,701 real MOT records for the 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Honda CBF 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 68.9%, which trails the UK average by 11 percentage points and suggests reliability concerns for this 15-year-old commuter bike. More worryingly, over a quarter of these machines (26.3%) have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is a significant safety flag for potential buyers.

With a median mileage of just 12,678 miles, these bikes are relatively low-mileage examples, yet they're still averaging 1.85 failures per MOT—pointing to age-related wear rather than neglect or heavy use. Check the service history and tyre condition closely before buying; focus especially on brakes and suspension components, as the high advisory count (5.8 per vehicle) suggests these areas deteriorate faster than on more modern rivals.

The 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 has a decent first-time pass rate (77.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

77.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

26.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.85

Over 7.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 8k–18k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 5.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,701 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Before you buy a 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9

Based on MOT data from 1,701 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 26.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	1,666	77.4%	1.88

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,910 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34.8%

665

Red 33.2%

634

Silver 31.1%

594

White 0.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

12,678

typical

8,355

low mileage

18,157

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 vehicles fall between 8,355 and 18,157 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,355 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 8,355–18,157 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9s sit.

⚠ Over 24,511 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 26% of 2009 Honda Cbf 125 M 9s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 279 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (26% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

7.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.85

Avg failures per vehicle

5.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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