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YF61 UTZ

2012 Honda Insight

Bronze Electric 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,448 mi
Last recorded113,448 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 UTZ
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 113,448 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2025 113,448 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 100,457 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 88,657 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2023 88,657 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 77,294 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 72,782 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Rear brake disc's have surface corrosion

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 67,635 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 64,262 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 59,006 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 54,498 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 47,638 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2017 47,638 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 35,140 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 26,141 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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YF61 UTZ is a 2012 Honda Insight in Bronze with a 1,339cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF61 UTZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF61 UTZ registered?

YF61 UTZ is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is YF61 UTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 UTZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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