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FP13 PFU

2013 Honda Insight

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

196,604 mi
Last recorded196,604 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Honda Insight73,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP13 PFU
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 196,604 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 190,565 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2025 190,565 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 186,811 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 186,811 miles

Nearside Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 179,898 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 172,099 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2022 172,099 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 162,467 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 155,559 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 155,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2021 144,055 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 135,466 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 116,752 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 103,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 90,043 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 75,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has sidewall damage (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 70,947 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front brake discs lip

Pass 22 Apr 2017 62,324 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Pass 20 Oct 2016 58,327 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 51,347 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (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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FP13 PFU is a 2013 Honda Insight in Black with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2013 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 73,443 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 FP13 PFU, 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 13 years old, this Honda Insight is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP13 PFU registered?

FP13 PFU is a 2013 Honda Insight, first registered on 21 May 2013.

Is FP13 PFU safe to buy?

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