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LJ12 VAF

2012 Honda Insight

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,015 mi
Last recorded33,015 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 VAF
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 33,015 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 33,015 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 22,141 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 22,133 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 17,252 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 17,237 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 17,103 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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LJ12 VAF is a 2012 Honda Insight in Blue with a 1,200cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LJ12 VAF, 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 LJ12 VAF registered?

LJ12 VAF is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is LJ12 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ12 VAF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ12 VAF have outstanding finance?

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