2006 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · AV56 ABX

The 2006 Honda Jazz passed its most recent MOT on 2025‑10‑29 at 100 235 miles, recording only advisories: rear brake disc wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)), a minor exhaust gas leak (6.1.2 (a)), an inoperative registration plate lamp (4.7.1 (b) (i)), a deteriorated plate (0.1 (b)) and a slightly defective headlamp lens (4.1.1 (b) (i)). These findings follow two failures in late 2024 that highlighted brake‑hose chafing, a split CV‑joint boot and a worn front upper Macpherson strut pin. The absence of those failures in the latest test indicates the vehicle’s condition is stabilising and improving rather than deteriorating. Mileage accumulation has been modest overall, averaging roughly 5 000 miles per year since first registration. The log shows steady increases from 2014 (50 942 mi) to 2021 (68 007 mi), then a sharper rise to 74 687 mi in 2022 and to 95 632 mi by October 2024. The recent 100 235 mi reading at the end of 2025 confirms low‑usage patterns for a twenty‑year‑old car, though the 2022‑2024 jumps suggest periods of heavier driving or possible odometer adjustments. MOT entries remain annual and the most recent test is only nine months old, providing current data for assessment. A buyer should inspect the rear brake discs for pitting and ensure the exhaust leak is addressed before any further deterioration. The registration plate lamp and headlamp lens should be tested for full operation, and the front Macpherson strut bushes examined for excessive wear. Front tyres and the near‑side front tyre’s condition merit close scrutiny, as does the brake‑hose routing to avoid chafing against the CV boot. The split CV‑joint boot noted in 2024 requires verification that the joint is protected from contamination. Finally, a visual check of brake‑pipe corrosion (noted in 2016) and any rust on suspension mounting points will confirm structural integrity before purchase.