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GL09 VAX

2009 Honda Insight

Blue Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

93,739 mi
Last recorded93,739 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 VAX
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 93,739 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

Fail 22 Jun 2026 93,738 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2025 88,451 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 80,576 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 80,575 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 69,017 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 62,972 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 59,027 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 59,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 56,292 miles

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 52,895 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 49,079 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 43,458 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 37,594 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front brake discs worn & lipped

Pass 13 Jul 2015 32,038 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 28,908 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 28,908 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jul 2013 24,809 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,216 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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GL09 VAX is a 2009 Honda Insight in Blue with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 GL09 VAX, 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 GL09 VAX registered?

GL09 VAX is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 15 August 2009.

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