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RJ61 FYD

2012 Honda Insight

Bronze Other 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

91,452 mi
Last recorded91,452 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ61 FYD
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 91,452 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 85,140 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 79,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 73,448 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 68,340 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 62,631 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 57,223 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 46,729 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 37,490 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 31,870 miles

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)

Fail 6 Feb 2017 31,870 miles

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

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)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 25,031 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 20,910 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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RJ61 FYD is a 2012 Honda Insight in Bronze with a 1,339cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RJ61 FYD, 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 RJ61 FYD registered?

RJ61 FYD is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is RJ61 FYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ61 FYD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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