2005 Honda Jazz 1.2L Petrol · CP05 WUY

This 2005 Honda Jazz passed its most recent MOT on 3 July 2025 at 27,671 miles, but the maintenance trend is best described as stable rather than improving. The tester flagged both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, indicating alignment or suspension geometry issues that have persisted across multiple tests. Both front lower suspension arms were noted as corroded but not seriously weakened, and the rear axle was again flagged for corrosion. Fuel pipe corrosion was also carried forward from the previous failure. The vehicle had failed just eight days earlier on 25 June 2025 at the same recorded mileage, primarily due to a seriously corroded central front Macpherson strut and an excessively corroded central rear brake pipe. Both defects were rectified before the pass, suggesting reactive repairs rather than a proactive maintenance regime. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally low at roughly 1,318 miles per year over a 21-year lifespan, with the odometer climbing only 790 miles between June 2024 and July 2025. The recorded mileage remained static at 27,671 miles between the June and July 2025 tests, indicating the vehicle was likely stationary between the failure and retest. This low annual usage pattern means the car has seen minimal mechanical wear on consumables such as brake discs, clutches, and drivetrain components. However, prolonged standing periods can accelerate rubber deterioration, seal drying, and surface corrosion on exposed chassis and suspension components, which is precisely what the MOT record reveals. The recurring corrosion advisories demand close physical inspection. The rear axle has appeared on every test since 2023, and the front lower suspension arms and Macpherson struts have been consistently flagged since 2024. A buyer should examine the rear axle mounting points, chassis rails around the rear suspension, and the front strut towers for structural integrity, particularly where corrosion has been repeatedly noted but not yet deemed excessive. The fuel pipes should also be inspected for pitting or weeping, as corrosion here poses a genuine fire risk. Surface rust on subframes and arms is common on older vehicles, but the frequency of these advisories suggests the corrosion is being monitored rather than arrested. The braking system warrants particular attention. The June 2025 failure recorded excessively binding rear service brakes, and rear brake hose ferrules have shown slight corrosion since 2023. A buyer should check the rear calipers for seized slides or pistons and inspect the entire rear brake pipe run for pitting, especially the central section that failed. Front tyre wear patterns should be assessed for tracking and camber issues, given the repeated edge wear advisories. The suspension bushes, noted as worn but not excessive in 2023, should be re-evaluated for deterioration. Overall, the vehicle appears mechanically sound for its low mileage, but the pattern of corrosion-related advisories points to a car that has spent significant time stationary and would benefit from a thorough underbody inspection before purchase.