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GY12 HZB

2012 Honda Insight

Bronze Electric 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

190,196 mi
Last recorded190,196 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 HZB
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 190,196 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 189,445 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2024 189,402 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 187,633 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 179,291 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 170,545 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 162,640 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 152,920 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 149,177 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 149,177 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 147,523 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 147,523 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 140,519 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 136,265 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 128,153 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 111,946 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 111,946 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 100,202 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 82,708 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 82,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 67,188 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 49,462 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 37,530 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 37,525 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 19,603 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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GY12 HZB is a 2012 Honda Insight in Bronze with a 1,339cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2012 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 79,407 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 GY12 HZB, 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 14 years old, this Honda Insight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY12 HZB registered?

GY12 HZB is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 11 May 2012.

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