2014 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · AF64 TYV

The most recent DVSA MOT test on 2025-09-08 resulted in a PASS, although the same date also shows a prior FAIL recorded against the same inspection for a non-functioning front windscreen washer, which was clearly rectified to allow the subsequent pass. The rear registration plate deterioration advisory was carried over from the failure to the pass, indicating a minor cosmetic issue that has not been addressed. The overall maintenance trend over the past three years is broadly stable, with no structural, braking, or suspension failures recorded and only minor advisories and trivial presenter-side defects. There is no pattern of recurring mechanical deterioration, which suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory roadworthy standard. With recorded mileage of 76,542 miles over approximately 12 years, this Honda Jazz has averaged around 6,378 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and class. There are no significant gaps or sudden jumps in the mileage progression visible between test dates, indicating consistent and steady usage rather than long periods of standing or unusually high annual accumulation. This level of use suggests that consumable components such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and the clutch should have worn at a normal pace, without the accelerated wear associated with high-mileage motorway use or the corrosion and seal degradation often seen on vehicles that have sat idle for extended periods. Given the advisory history, the most notable recurring item is the tyre perishing and slight cracking noted on all four tyres at the 2023-08-18 test. Tyre rubber degrades with age regardless of tread depth, and on a 2014 vehicle now approaching 12 years old, sidewall perishing is a significant concern. Any prospective purchase should involve a close physical inspection of all four tyres for hairline cracks, bulges, or hardening of the compound, and replacement of all four tyres should be anticipated if they have not been changed since 2023. The failed front windscreen washer from the most recent test is a trivial electrical or fluid system issue but should be confirmed as functioning during a pre-purchase inspection. Additionally, although there is no recorded advisory relating to the braking system, the rear brake drums or discs on a Jazz of this age and mileage should be checked for binding calipers or surface corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has spent time standing between uses. Beyond the recorded defects, age-related and calendar-based servicing items warrant careful attention on a 12-year-old vehicle. Brake fluid should have been renewed at least every two years regardless of mileage, and the coolant, automatic transmission fluid if applicable, and engine oil will all be well due for renewal based on time rather than distance. The 12V battery is highly likely to be due for replacement and should be load-tested rather than merely voltage-checked, as a failing battery can cause erratic electronics and starting issues. The exhaust system, including the rear silencer and mounting rubber, should be physically inspected for corrosion, and the underbody checked for any emerging rust, particularly around suspension mounting points and the rear arch seams, which are known weak points on earlier Honda Jazz models. A thorough test drive should listen for any suspension clonks over bumps, monitor for uneven tyre wear suggesting alignment or damper issues, and confirm smooth engine operation with no warning lights illuminated on the dashboard.