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W596 SLE

2000 Honda Insight

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

413,708 mi
Last recorded413,708 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda Insight98,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW596 SLE
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 413,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear axle corroded

both front shock absorbers outer casings corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2024 252,052 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 249,192 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 243,917 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Top suspension mount slightly deteriorated

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside + Offside Tyres also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 243,917 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside + Offside (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Top suspension mount slightly deteriorated

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside + Offside Tyres also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 243,260 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 240,365 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 235,457 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 230,242 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 226,844 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 221,285 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 201,861 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 181,443 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Mar 2012 181,443 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 155,485 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 135,506 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2009

rear brakes only just pass efficency test

rear metal brake pipes getting corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2008 101,231 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 85,474 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 67,853 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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W596 SLE is a 2000 Honda Insight in Blue with a 995cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 98,280 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 W596 SLE, 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 26 years old, this Honda Insight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W596 SLE registered?

W596 SLE is a 2000 Honda Insight, first registered on 29 April 2000.

Is W596 SLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W596 SLE shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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