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LB12 GSU

2012 Honda Insight

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,860 mi
Last recorded61,860 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 GSU
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 61,860 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 54,345 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 54,345 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2024 53,551 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 51,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 47,830 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 39,272 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 34,519 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 31,158 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 31,158 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 26,584 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 22,148 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 17,722 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Jun 2016 15,176 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 11,049 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LB12 GSU is a 2012 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LB12 GSU, 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 LB12 GSU registered?

LB12 GSU is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is LB12 GSU safe to buy?

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