2004 HONDA JAZZ1.3L Petrol

The roadworthiness of this Honda Jazz is questionable following the most recent test result. While the vehicle maintained a clean record for several consecutive years between 2021 and 2023, the failure in September 2024 at 175,719 miles indicates a recent mechanical or structural deficiency that prevented a pass. Given that the last test occurred nearly two years ago and failed, the maintenance trend has shifted from stable to a state of potential neglect or unresolved technical issues that require immediate professional attention. The mileage pattern remains remarkably consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between September 2021 and September 2024, the car covered 43,711 miles, showing a steady usage profile. The interval of roughly 15,000 miles between the 2022 and 2023 tests suggests regular driving habits. However, the high cumulative mileage of 175,719 miles on a two-decade-old chassis places significant stress on rubber components, bushings, and drivetrain assemblies regardless of the low annual mileage. A buyer must investigate the specific cause of the September 2024 failure, as the record shows no defects listed despite the fail, which often suggests a re-test failure or a specific mechanical issue not fully detailed. At this age and mileage, a physical inspection should focus on structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as these are common failure points for this generation of Jazz. The buyer should also check for perished suspension bushes and signs of binding brake calipers, as the lack of advisories in previous years may imply that minor wear was ignored until it reached a critical threshold.