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FP09 FSS

2009 Honda Insight

Black Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

90,877 mi
Last recorded90,877 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 FSS
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 90,877 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 88,636 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 81,041 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 74,620 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 74,620 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 67,338 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 61,429 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 58,883 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 54,700 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 50,076 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 46,014 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 40,809 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 29,878 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 21,836 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre outer wall slight damage

Pass 5 Mar 2012 14,795 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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FP09 FSS is a 2009 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FP09 FSS, 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

How do I check the history of FP09 FSS?

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What year was FP09 FSS registered?

FP09 FSS is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is FP09 FSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 FSS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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