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BK09 HRP

2009 Honda Insight

Silver Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

125,538 mi
Last recorded125,538 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK09 HRP
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 125,538 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2024 116,249 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 110,185 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 3 Jan 2024 110,184 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 100,525 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 100,525 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2022 95,150 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 88,712 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 84,238 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 77,576 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 70,938 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 62,001 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 60,011 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 39,702 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 39,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 27,010 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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BK09 HRP is a 2009 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK09 HRP, 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 BK09 HRP registered?

BK09 HRP is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 17 April 2009.

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