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FX12 XGP

2012 Honda Insight

Silver Electric 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

138,483 mi
Last recorded138,483 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 XGP
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 138,483 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 134,155 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 125,369 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 115,014 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 108,085 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 108,085 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 104,727 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 89,155 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

n/s/f bumper loose

Pass 5 Feb 2018 72,377 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 60,531 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 46,372 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 36,137 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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FX12 XGP is a 2012 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 FX12 XGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX12 XGP registered?

FX12 XGP is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FX12 XGP safe to buy?

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