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S700 DCW

2003 Honda Insight

Turquoise Hybrid electric (clean) 990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,254 mi
Last recorded135,254 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Insight71,753 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS700 DCW
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2003
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 135,254 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 128,646 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 123,429 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 118,714 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 118,714 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

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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S700 DCW is a 2003 Honda Insight in Turquoise with a 990cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 71,753 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 S700 DCW, 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 23 years old, this Honda Insight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of S700 DCW?

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What year was S700 DCW registered?

S700 DCW is a 2003 Honda Insight, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is S700 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S700 DCW shows 5 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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