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JM55 HAD

2009 Honda Insight

Black Electric 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,251 mi
Last recorded128,251 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Honda Insight73,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM55 HAD
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 128,251 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 121,490 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 119,061 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

hybrid car

Pass 18 May 2023 115,549 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 115,077 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

hybrid car

Pass 10 Apr 2021 111,433 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

hybrid car

Fail 10 Apr 2021 111,433 miles

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

hybrid car

Pass 29 Feb 2020 106,346 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

zero emmsion at time of test

Pass 28 Feb 2019 102,961 miles

hybrid car

Pass 19 Feb 2018 97,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/f and o/s/f (3.5.1g)

hybrid car

Pass 15 Feb 2017 90,540 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 84,070 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 76,716 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 68,756 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 62,284 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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JM55 HAD is a 2009 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 JM55 HAD, 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 JM55 HAD registered?

JM55 HAD is a 2009 Honda Insight, first registered on 7 November 2009.

Is JM55 HAD safe to buy?

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