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RV51 SYF

2001 Honda Insight

Green Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

66,001 mi
Last recorded66,001 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda Insight103,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 SYF
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 66,001 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 65,165 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 64,852 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 64,837 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 63,384 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 61,518 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 97,121 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 59,633 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 59,094 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 53,588 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 51,149 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 51,149 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine warning lamp indicates a fault

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 16 May 2013 50,510 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 48,966 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 45,501 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 42,335 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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RV51 SYF is a 2001 Honda Insight in Green with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2001 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 103,048 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 RV51 SYF, 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 25 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 RV51 SYF?

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What year was RV51 SYF registered?

RV51 SYF is a 2001 Honda Insight, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RV51 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 SYF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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