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LA55 XMW

2018 Honda Insight

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,466 mi
Last recorded66,466 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Honda Insight52,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 XMW
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine990cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 66,466 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 65,540 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 64,668 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 63,342 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 63,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 59,741 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 59,741 miles

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 59,175 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 59,175 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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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LA55 XMW is a 2018 Honda Insight in Blue with a 990cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 52,133 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 LA55 XMW, 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 8 years old, this Honda Insight is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA55 XMW registered?

LA55 XMW is a 2018 Honda Insight, first registered on 1 July 2018.

Is LA55 XMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 XMW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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