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BJ61 BKZ

2011 Honda Insight

Blue Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,944 mi
Last recorded191,944 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Honda Insight81,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 BKZ
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 191,944 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 188,633 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 188,633 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 182,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Sep 2023 182,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 176,024 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 176,024 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertray likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 169,412 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 169,412 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2021 168,296 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 May 2021 93,239 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bendy (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner arm rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 153,051 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 153,051 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2019 142,358 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 47,088 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 136,723 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 131,300 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 123,855 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 117,275 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 117,275 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 110,397 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 103,153 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 95,440 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 88,199 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 88,199 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 81,079 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 76,974 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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BJ61 BKZ is a 2011 Honda Insight in Blue with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BJ61 BKZ, 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.

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What year was BJ61 BKZ registered?

BJ61 BKZ is a 2011 Honda Insight, first registered on 14 October 2011.

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