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SV12 EJU

2012 Honda Insight

Silver Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

367,333 mi
Last recorded367,333 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 EJU
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 367,333 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 367,332 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 314,866 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 247,303 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 247,303 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2022 217,457 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 202,295 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracks (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2021 191,275 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 188,805 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2021 188,805 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 175,140 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 175,139 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 141,564 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 140,948 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 140,948 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working Both Sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 119,334 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 115,194 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 14 Nov 2018 115,192 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2018 110,478 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 102,827 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2017 84,430 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 70,014 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 70,014 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 52,427 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 49,291 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 38,187 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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SV12 EJU is a 2012 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV12 EJU, 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 SV12 EJU registered?

SV12 EJU is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 12 June 2012.

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