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Honda Insight

Blue · Other · 2001 · 995 cc

V16 MCAMOT history

V16 MCA is a blue other Honda Insight first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 181,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
181,627 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V16 MCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
Insight
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Other
Engine size
995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V16 MCA was last recorded at 181,627 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,084 miles · 26 Nov 2018
Between the last two tests
543 miles
Average per year
5,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,627 miles
  • 2018 – 181,084 miles
  • 2017 – 180,916 miles
  • 2016 – 175,831 miles
  • 2015 – 166,484 miles
  • 2013 – 158,304 miles
  • 2012 – 147,753 miles
  • 2011 – 136,603 miles
  • 2010 – 128,169 miles
  • 2009 – 119,083 miles
  • 2008 – 103,599 miles
  • 2006 – 84,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,627 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,627 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    181,627 miles
    Test number
    837780584222
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    832372710971
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass181,084 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    181,084 miles
    Test number
    907488250702
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses are deterioated
    • AdvisoryNsr suspension spring is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  4. Fail181,084 miles (+168)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,084 miles
    Test number
    614145791237
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses are deterioated
    • AdvisoryNsr suspension spring is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  5. Pass180,916 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    180,916 miles
    Test number
    272447964090
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust fixing bolt broken
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Fail180,916 miles (+5,085)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,916 miles
    Test number
    117647927105
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust fixing bolt broken
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Pass175,831 miles (+9,347)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    175,831 miles
    Test number
    690131324302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass166,484 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    166,484 miles
    Test number
    139355305073
    • NoteEML and IMA lights on
    • NoteBrake and clutch pedal anti-slip rubbers worn
    • NoteExhaust catylist heatshield missing
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding

  9. Fail166,484 miles (+8,180)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,484 miles
    Test number
    588345705067
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteEML and IMA lights on
    • NoteBrake and clutch pedal anti-slip rubbers worn
    • NoteExhaust catylist heatshield missing
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroding

  10. Pass158,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    158,304 miles
    Test number
    175148263270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail158,304 miles (+10,551)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,304 miles
    Test number
    805918663228
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  12. Pass147,753 miles (+11,150)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    147,753 miles
    Test number
    319112342291
    • NoteBattery not fully secured
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip rubber worn
    • NoteClutch pedal anti-slip rubber worn and detached
    • NoteExhaust catylist heatshield corroded and lower section missing
    • NoteOuter tread wearing low on nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear wiper blade deteriorated

  13. Pass136,603 miles (+8,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    136,603 miles
    Test number
    665495331271
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail128,169 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,169 miles
    Test number
    273667410297
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass128,169 miles (+9,086)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    128,169 miles
    Test number
    784617010264
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass119,083 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    119,083 miles
    Test number
    302848569153
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail119,034 miles (+15,435)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,034 miles
    Test number
    840077069197
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass103,599 miles (+19,005)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    103,599 miles
    Test number
    523313538184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,594 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    371769346383
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyre treads low outer edges

  20. Fail84,594 miles (+9,622)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    724839946318
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear tyre treads low outer edges

  21. Pass74,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    74,972 miles
    Test number
    451168166079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V16 MCA

Does V16 MCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V16 MCA is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V16 MCA?
The MOT on V16 MCA is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V16 MCA done?
V16 MCA was recorded at 181,627 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 5,394 miles a year.
Has V16 MCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V16 MCA has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on V16 MCA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V16 MCA find?
V16 MCA passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 9 more.

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