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FY13 VBU

2013 Honda Insight

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

212,657 mi
Last recorded212,657 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Honda Insight73,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY13 VBU
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 212,657 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2024 206,112 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Nov 2024 206,106 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Nov 2023 198,454 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2023 198,374 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 186,613 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 185,250 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 174,922 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 174,916 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2022 165,418 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 159,021 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 150,816 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 150,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 143,989 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 143,989 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 140,469 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 140,468 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2019 130,272 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 130,268 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 117,241 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 105,484 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 93,166 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 79,938 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 78,934 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 67,529 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 55,580 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 54,410 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 43,539 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 38,506 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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FY13 VBU is a 2013 Honda Insight in White with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

Across all 2013 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 73,443 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 FY13 VBU, 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 13 years old, this Honda Insight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY13 VBU registered?

FY13 VBU is a 2013 Honda Insight, first registered on 16 May 2013.

Is FY13 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY13 VBU shows 29 tests with a 75.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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