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HV59 XAY

2009 Honda Insight

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

191,352 mi
Last recorded191,352 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 XAY
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 191,352 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2021 191,299 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 12 Apr 2021 191,298 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear rust marked with yellow chalk

Pass 5 Dec 2019 169,490 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 159,113 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jun 2019 159,113 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 150,973 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 150,973 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 142,230 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 133,178 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2017 123,240 miles

N/S front tyre has slight cut on the side wall

Under tray fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2017 112,840 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 107,141 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 97,206 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 88,101 miles

Both rear shock absorbers starting to leak

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 68,667 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 50,449 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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HV59 XAY is a 2009 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HV59 XAY, 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 HV59 XAY registered?

HV59 XAY is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is HV59 XAY safe to buy?

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