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W556 SLE

2000 Honda Insight

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

61,379 mi
Last recorded61,379 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda Insight98,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW556 SLE
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 61,379 miles

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

Front Lower Lower engine mount bush worn but not excessively

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Nearside Front Lower arm ball joint dust cover slight cracking

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rears (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 61,271 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 59,277 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 57,073 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 54,969 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 52,670 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 52,670 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 50,508 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 48,545 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 45,802 miles

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

front headlamp lenses starting to tarnish and weaken beam pattern

Pass 1 May 2009 42,171 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 39,030 miles

sidewalls on all tyres have cracks in rubber but not considered a problem.

Pass 5 May 2007 35,733 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 29,974 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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W556 SLE is a 2000 Honda Insight in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2000 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 98,280 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 W556 SLE, 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 26 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 W556 SLE registered?

W556 SLE is a 2000 Honda Insight, first registered on 29 April 2000.

Is W556 SLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W556 SLE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W556 SLE have outstanding finance?

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