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AV61 XUE

2012 Honda Insight

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,624 mi
Last recorded147,624 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 XUE
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 147,624 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 128,706 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 104,903 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 93,188 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 84,151 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 83,356 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2020 80,491 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2020 80,491 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 79,884 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 78,869 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2019 78,869 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 74,839 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 74,835 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Dec 2018 67,459 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2018 67,459 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 60,928 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 55,382 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2017 55,382 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2017 44,030 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 30,378 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 29,359 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2016 29,359 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 22,078 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 15,129 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 14,897 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 13,669 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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AV61 XUE is a 2012 Honda Insight in Silver with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AV61 XUE, 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 AV61 XUE registered?

AV61 XUE is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is AV61 XUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 XUE shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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