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RJ61 FYK

2012 Honda Insight

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

151,850 mi
Last recorded151,850 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ61 FYK
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 151,850 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2026 151,850 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both Side (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 146,713 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 141,062 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 132,255 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 124,292 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 114,509 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 104,786 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 97,187 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 92,530 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 86,068 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 79,847 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 71,707 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 63,418 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 63,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2017 51,455 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 40,653 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 40,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 30,722 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 21,908 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 13,863 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 12,657 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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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RJ61 FYK is a 2012 Honda Insight in Grey with a 1,400cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FYK, 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

How do I check the history of RJ61 FYK?

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What year was RJ61 FYK registered?

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

Is RJ61 FYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ61 FYK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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