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RO12 OGB

2012 Honda Insight

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

116,201 mi
Last recorded116,201 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 OGB
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 116,201 miles

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

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

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 May 2025 103,709 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 100,109 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 76,450 miles

Offside Rear bumper coener is secured with tape

Offside Rear tyre sidewall weakening

Pass 17 Jun 2022 73,866 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 64,169 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 50,828 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 50,788 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 39,772 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 39,769 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2019 20,656 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 20,651 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 16,606 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 9,021 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 9,021 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 7,118 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 5,378 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)

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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RO12 OGB is a 2012 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RO12 OGB, 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 RO12 OGB registered?

RO12 OGB is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is RO12 OGB safe to buy?

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