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MK12 SVA

2012 Honda Insight

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

245,736 mi
Last recorded245,736 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 SVA
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 245,736 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 222,343 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 215,885 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 213,936 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 213,936 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 206,946 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 204,685 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 193,785 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 187,303 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 186,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 175,893 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 163,260 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 144,615 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 125,114 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 110,308 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 91,397 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 72,364 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 72,364 miles

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 53,572 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 34,913 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,522 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 14,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MK12 SVA is a 2012 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MK12 SVA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK12 SVA registered?

MK12 SVA is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is MK12 SVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK12 SVA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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