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X885 DJR

2001 Honda Insight

Yellow Other 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

116,992 mi
Last recorded116,992 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Insight103,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX885 DJR
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 116,992 miles

Corrosion to suspension at rear and axle

Engine light on

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

Front struts and springs corroded

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 114,572 miles

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

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

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2024 110,715 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 108,709 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 105,130 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 2 Feb 2021 102,509 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 102,509 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 101,994 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 97,867 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 92,734 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 90,714 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

unable to test near side rear wheel bearing due to binding brake

Fail 18 Jan 2017 90,789 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

unable to test near side rear wheel bearing due to binding brake

Pass 25 Jan 2016 87,937 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2016 87,937 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 87,132 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 85,602 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 83,347 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 78,071 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 78,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 72,543 miles

slight play in both track rod ends.

Pass 13 Jan 2010 69,069 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 64,773 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 56,490 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 48,026 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 37,699 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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X885 DJR is a 2001 Honda Insight in Yellow with a 995cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 X885 DJR, 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.

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What year was X885 DJR registered?

X885 DJR is a 2001 Honda Insight, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is X885 DJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X885 DJR shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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