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BG61 PHU

2011 Honda Insight

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

185,563 mi
Last recorded185,563 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2011 Honda Insight81,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 PHU
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 185,563 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 181,729 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 177,948 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 166,985 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 156,313 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 156,313 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 151,858 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 145,951 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 145,951 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 145,779 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 145,779 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 130,400 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 122,700 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 113,917 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Sep 2017 108,367 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 108,366 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 98,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 90,162 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 89,408 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 89,408 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 84,653 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 70,779 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 64,506 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 55,174 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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BG61 PHU is a 2011 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2011 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 81,390 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 BG61 PHU, 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 15 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 BG61 PHU registered?

BG61 PHU is a 2011 Honda Insight, first registered on 23 December 2011.

Is BG61 PHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 PHU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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