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OY11 VRN

2011 Honda Insight

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

79,329 mi
Last recorded79,329 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Honda Insight81,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY11 VRN
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 79,329 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 79,329 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 77,389 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 77,389 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 74,462 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 69,853 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2021 66,744 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 64,185 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Sep 2019 62,421 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2019 62,421 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 57,684 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Aug 2017 53,170 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 53,170 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 49,722 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 49,722 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 45,221 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 35,200 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 35,200 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 27,661 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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OY11 VRN is a 2011 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 OY11 VRN, 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

How do I check the history of OY11 VRN?

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What year was OY11 VRN registered?

OY11 VRN is a 2011 Honda Insight, first registered on 15 March 2011.

Is OY11 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY11 VRN shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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