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LM12 XWL

2012 Honda Insight

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

131,884 mi
Last recorded131,884 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 XWL
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 131,884 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 129,990 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2024 128,702 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 127,149 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 118,891 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 113,988 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 97,110 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 83,535 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 74,025 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 70,177 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 62,892 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 60,008 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 57,335 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 53,204 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 49,882 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 47,719 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 43,173 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 40,314 miles

Oil Leak

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

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

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 10 Jun 2015 31,425 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 31,425 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LM12 XWL is a 2012 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LM12 XWL, 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 LM12 XWL registered?

LM12 XWL is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 11 June 2012.

Is LM12 XWL safe to buy?

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