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PJ61 XJM

2012 Honda Insight

White Electric 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,082 mi
Last recorded146,082 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ61 XJM
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 146,082 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))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 145,724 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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 3 Dec 2024 138,473 miles

Nearside Rear Light lens damaged

Pass 30 Nov 2023 112,463 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 109,719 miles

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

Fail 26 Nov 2022 109,719 miles

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

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

Pass 20 Nov 2021 93,283 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 75,338 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 64,433 miles

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

Service light on

Pass 8 Dec 2018 49,927 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 39,232 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 36,524 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 29,988 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 21,411 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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PJ61 XJM is a 2012 Honda Insight in White with a 1,339cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PJ61 XJM, 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 PJ61 XJM registered?

PJ61 XJM is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 29 February 2012.

Is PJ61 XJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ61 XJM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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