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W588 SLE

2000 Honda Insight

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

211,565 mi
Last recorded211,565 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda Insight98,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW588 SLE
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 211,565 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 202,676 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 202,654 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 200,536 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 200,521 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 199,915 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 14,643 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 183,109 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 170,699 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 170,699 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 156,208 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 147,578 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 147,578 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 132,830 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 194,082 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 109,519 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 96,047 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 88,984 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 88,984 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 1,214 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010
Pass 9 Feb 2009 68,947 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 62,820 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 53,608 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 47,397 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 47,400 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 47,397 miles

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

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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W588 SLE is a 2000 Honda Insight in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 W588 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

How do I check the history of W588 SLE?

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What year was W588 SLE registered?

W588 SLE is a 2000 Honda Insight, first registered on 29 April 2000.

Is W588 SLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W588 SLE shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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