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2008 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · DF08 DHM

DF08 DHM

2008 Honda Jazz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 73,865 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
HONDA JAZZ
Year / Origin
2008 · Chester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
73,865 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
1339cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the recent testing history. The most recent inspection on 22 July 2025 at 69,596 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a similar pattern from 2024 and 2023, indicating that despite initial failures recorded on the same days as those passes, the mechanical and structural integrity of the car met all standards upon subsequent testing. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,866 miles per year. Between July 2023 and July 2025, the car covered 8,949 miles, which confirms consistent but low-intensity usage. This low annual mileage typically reduces wear and tear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can increase the risk of rubber-based parts degrading or brake components seizing if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to age rather than mileage-related wear. While the MOT record shows no active faults, the age of the vehicle necessitates a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points. One should also inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and shock absorbers, as these can become brittle over time regardless of distance travelled. Given the low usage, verifying that the brake discs are not heavily pitted and that the calipers are not binding is essential to ensure the vehicle remains as safe as the paperwork suggests.

DF08 DHM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2026
  • 73,865 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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DF08 DHM Mileage History

  1. 03/07/202465,214 mi
  2. 03/07/202465,214 mi
  3. 22/07/202569,596 mi+4,382 mi
  4. 22/07/202569,596 mi
  5. 15/07/202673,865 mi+4,269 mi

Average of roughly 4,258 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DF08 DHM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 14:40
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Honda Jazz (DF08 DHM) between July 2024 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 15 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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