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FH09 XHM

2009 Honda Insight

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1330cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,410 mi
Last recorded161,410 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 XHM
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,330cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 161,410 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 161,399 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn n\s f and o\s f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light n\s r o\s r (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 136,608 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 121,572 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 121,546 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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FH09 XHM is a 2009 Honda Insight in Red with a 1,330cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH09 XHM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH09 XHM registered?

FH09 XHM is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is FH09 XHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH09 XHM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH09 XHM have outstanding finance?

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