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SD61 XYE

2012 Honda Insight

Red Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

149,552 mi
Last recorded149,552 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD61 XYE
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 149,552 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 148,033 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 146,480 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2024 146,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 142,905 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2023 142,905 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2022 136,804 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 129,323 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 121,827 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 114,989 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 114,310 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 106,792 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 102,808 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 91,456 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 91,048 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 91,048 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 79,740 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 68,300 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 64,132 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Oct 2017 64,132 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Registration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2017 56,454 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1n)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 48,675 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 40,873 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 39,696 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 31,150 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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SD61 XYE is a 2012 Honda Insight in Red with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 SD61 XYE, 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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SD61 XYE is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is SD61 XYE safe to buy?

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