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HJ62 STX

2012 Honda Insight

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

231,280 mi
Last recorded231,280 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ62 STX
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 231,280 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 220,908 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 220,222 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 218,925 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 217,758 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 217,758 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 215,145 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 186,923 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 165,892 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 145,675 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 120,411 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 100,854 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 99,139 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 81,795 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 64,170 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 64,170 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 May 2016 45,675 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 26,816 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 26,229 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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HJ62 STX is a 2012 Honda Insight in Grey with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 HJ62 STX, 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 HJ62 STX registered?

HJ62 STX is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is HJ62 STX safe to buy?

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