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GF09 HFL

2009 Honda Insight

Silver Other 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

137,386 mi
Last recorded137,386 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF09 HFL
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,339cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 137,386 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 137,269 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/55/r16 83v budget (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Apr 2024 129,990 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 122,691 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 122,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2022 116,057 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 108,213 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 102,234 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 95,068 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 91,340 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 85,683 miles

perishing cracks in tyre treads

Pass 18 Apr 2016 75,677 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 64,697 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 54,483 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 42,698 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 33,575 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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GF09 HFL is a 2009 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF09 HFL, 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.

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What year was GF09 HFL registered?

GF09 HFL is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is GF09 HFL safe to buy?

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