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HY12 XTK

2012 Honda Insight

Brown Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

232,882 mi
Last recorded232,882 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 XTK
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 232,882 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 231,512 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 221,790 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2023 207,468 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 202,487 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 185,934 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 166,516 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 151,251 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 135,471 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2020 123,042 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 106,054 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 96,299 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 86,061 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 78,789 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 70,085 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 70,085 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 63,661 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 52,321 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 47,207 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 41,415 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 39,211 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 39,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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HY12 XTK is a 2012 Honda Insight in Brown with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HY12 XTK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY12 XTK registered?

HY12 XTK is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is HY12 XTK safe to buy?

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