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Y37 DFX

2001 Honda Insight

Silver Electric 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

146,265 mi
Last recorded146,265 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Insight103,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY37 DFX
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 146,265 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2026 146,260 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure Not seated correctly (5.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2025 145,496 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 143,583 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 20 Oct 2021 140,321 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 137,601 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 135,506 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 132,730 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 123,950 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 114,875 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 108,427 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 103,911 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2013 101,152 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 99,844 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 96,606 miles

Nearside wiper blade spilt

Pass 2 Dec 2010 96,364 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 96,358 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 94,099 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 84,434 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 74,413 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 62,651 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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Y37 DFX is a 2001 Honda Insight in Silver with a 995cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 Y37 DFX, 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 Y37 DFX registered?

Y37 DFX is a 2001 Honda Insight, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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