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GJ59 NJU

2009 Honda Insight

Black Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

122,158 mi
Last recorded122,158 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 NJU
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 122,158 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 117,011 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 112,785 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 108,636 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 104,756 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 101,320 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 98,531 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 95,909 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 93,146 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 90,167 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 74,932 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 74,932 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 60,501 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 48,788 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside front tyre has a cut not down to cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 12 Sep 2013 48,788 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front tyre has a cut not down to cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Sep 2012 34,682 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 5 Sep 2012 34,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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 NJU is a 2009 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NJU, 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

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What year was GJ59 NJU registered?

GJ59 NJU is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is GJ59 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ59 NJU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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