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BG09 KLU

2009 Honda Insight

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,780 mi
Last recorded89,780 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 KLU
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 89,780 miles

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

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 85,380 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 85,350 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 79,275 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning repeater (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 73,516 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning and damaged (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 68,679 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fornt (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Side repeater slightly discoloured and broken (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 65,135 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 61,934 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Nov 2018 56,077 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2018 56,077 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 50,227 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Nov 2016 47,009 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 43,589 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 40,913 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 37,336 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 37,336 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 35,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Mar 2013 35,011 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Mar 2012 32,678 miles

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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BG09 KLU is a 2009 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 73,256 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 BG09 KLU, 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 17 years old, this Honda Insight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG09 KLU registered?

BG09 KLU is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is BG09 KLU safe to buy?

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