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BT61 CHK

2012 Honda Insight

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

145,825 mi
Last recorded145,825 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 CHK
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 145,825 miles

Offside Front Body component slightly loose bumper all (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body panel slightly loose slightly damage (6.2.1 (a) (i))

under vehicle prescribed area and suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Fail 24 Oct 2024 145,780 miles

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to the righthand side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 137,012 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2023 137,012 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2022 127,993 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 123,554 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 117,701 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 102,803 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 102,803 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 92,407 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 80,364 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 73,234 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 61,087 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 50,813 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 37,687 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 37,478 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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BT61 CHK is a 2012 Honda Insight in Red with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 79,407 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 BT61 CHK, 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 14 years old, this Honda Insight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT61 CHK registered?

BT61 CHK is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 7 February 2012.

Is BT61 CHK safe to buy?

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