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GJ59 BJV

2009 Honda Insight

Silver Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

142,638 mi
Last recorded142,638 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 BJV
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 142,638 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 131,124 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 124,216 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 4 Apr 2023 116,393 miles

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

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 7 Apr 2022 108,442 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 105,418 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Slightly deteriorated undercover fitted obscuring some components

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

Fail 9 Apr 2021 105,418 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Slightly deteriorated undercover fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 102,086 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 82,862 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 75,762 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Slightly deteriorated (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 66,183 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 56,316 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 45,951 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 31,740 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 30,273 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 23,168 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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GJ59 BJV is a 2009 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GJ59 BJV, 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 GJ59 BJV registered?

GJ59 BJV is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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The MOT history for GJ59 BJV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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