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AK53 ETA

2012 Honda Insight

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,488 mi
Last recorded105,488 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 ETA
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 105,488 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 97,906 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 90,140 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 80,576 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 80,576 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 73,937 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 60,489 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 1 Oct 2019 45,158 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 27,007 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 24,970 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 21,969 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 18,151 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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AK53 ETA is a 2012 Honda Insight in Blue with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AK53 ETA, 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 AK53 ETA registered?

AK53 ETA is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is AK53 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 ETA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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