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LT61 PKU

2011 Honda Insight

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,572 mi
Last recorded145,572 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Honda Insight81,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT61 PKU
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 145,572 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 133,975 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 131,332 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 129,086 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2022 129,086 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 126,508 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 116,321 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 105,153 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 9 Aug 2019 105,153 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2018 92,420 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2017 79,252 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2017 79,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2016 64,763 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 7 Sep 2016 64,763 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2015 50,938 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2014 36,088 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LT61 PKU is a 2011 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 81,390 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 LT61 PKU, 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 15 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 LT61 PKU registered?

LT61 PKU is a 2011 Honda Insight, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is LT61 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT61 PKU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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