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BF12 HSC

2012 Honda Insight

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,274 mi
Last recorded149,274 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 HSC
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 149,274 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 130,051 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 114,245 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 105,961 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 105,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 102,673 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 101,479 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 101,479 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 96,933 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 93,823 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2020 93,823 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 88,458 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 82,060 miles

Under tray fitted

Fail 21 May 2019 82,060 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

Under tray fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2018 76,496 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 71,377 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 67,416 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 11 May 2017 59,889 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (3.5.1i)

Under tray fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2016 51,642 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 45,363 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 43,853 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 36,470 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 36,470 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 May 2015 28,364 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 26,936 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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BF12 HSC is a 2012 Honda Insight in Blue with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 BF12 HSC, 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

How do I check the history of BF12 HSC?

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What year was BF12 HSC registered?

BF12 HSC is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BF12 HSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 HSC shows 25 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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