2012 Honda Jazz 1.2L Petrol · AV62 BSO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of deferred braking component replacement. The most recent test in September 2025 at 43,601 miles identified a worn brake pedal anti-slip mechanism alongside thin rear brake pads and pitted rear discs. This follows a failure in September 2024 where both front and rear braking components were flagged similarly. These recurring issues suggest that the previous owner was waiting for components to reach failure limits rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 14 years old, the recorded 43,601 miles are exceptionally low, averaging just over 3,100 miles per year. This low usage explains the corrosion and pitting noted on the brake discs, which often occurs when vehicles sit stationary for long periods, preventing friction from cleaning the surfaces. However, the September 2023 test at 37,349 miles noted an offside front tyre worn severely on the inner edge. This indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that has gone unaddressed despite the low-mileage, short-distance driving. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system to ensure the discs and pads have actually been replaced since the 2025 test, as the persistent nature of these faults across three years indicates a lack of urgency. Attention should also be paid to the front suspension geometry to account for the uneven tyre wear recorded in 2023. Given the low mileage and high age, a check for rubber cracking in hoses and brake fluid lines is essential, as these components degrade through age rather than mileage.