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AE59 KXT

2008 Honda Insight

Grey Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

103,110 mi
Last recorded103,110 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Insight67,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE59 KXT
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 103,110 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 103,110 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 94,843 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2024 94,843 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 89,375 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 84,415 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 84,415 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 78,941 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 75,942 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 62,662 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 45,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on edges

Pass 27 Oct 2016 37,867 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 34,374 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 29,245 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 22,451 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 17,039 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 17,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Insight?

Based on 163,630 MOT tests across 10,310 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
7,331
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
10,310
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,289
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 898
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 883
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 600
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AE59 KXT is a 2008 Honda Insight in Grey with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 67,090 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 Insight fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,289 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE59 KXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Insight typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 18 years old, this Honda Insight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE59 KXT registered?

AE59 KXT is a 2008 Honda Insight, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AE59 KXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE59 KXT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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