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HB04 DON

2009 Honda Insight

Bronze Electric 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

120,656 mi
Last recorded120,656 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHB04 DON
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 120,656 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 116,675 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underbody Corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2024 111,533 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 103,483 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 94,850 miles

Rear Slight bind on both brakes

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking on treads of both tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 87,065 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Cut on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 84,176 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged not down to chords

Pass 16 Jul 2019 75,229 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage not down to chords

Fail 15 Jul 2019 75,229 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

CAT heat shield corroded

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage not down to chords

Pass 18 Jun 2018 65,115 miles

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))

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

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

both rear tyres badly perished and split

Pass 13 Jul 2017 58,560 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 52,365 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 46,826 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 41,203 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 34,519 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 34,519 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 25,978 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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HB04 DON is a 2009 Honda Insight in Bronze with a 1,339cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HB04 DON, 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 HB04 DON registered?

HB04 DON is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is HB04 DON safe to buy?

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