2010 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · DF59 LOD

The 2010 Honda Jazz presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 3 June 2025 at 60,794 miles with zero defects recorded. That result follows a consistent pattern of defect-free passes stretching back to 2022, with no advisories or failures noted across the entire visible history. The vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets or exceeds the roadworthiness threshold at every recorded test point, suggesting attentive ownership and no lingering mechanical or structural concerns. The mileage profile tells a clear story of very light use. At roughly 3,800 miles per year over sixteen years, this Jazz has covered well below the UK average annual distance. The 2024 test recorded 56,235 miles and the 2025 test 60,794 miles, indicating approximately 4,559 miles were covered in the twelve-month interval between those two tests. That represents a modest uptick in usage compared to the longer-term average, but remains low in absolute terms. The 2024 test also shows an unusual entry: a failed test at 56,325 miles on the same day as a passed test at 56,235 miles, which likely reflects a re-test following a rectified defect, though no defects are recorded in either entry. The gap between the 2022 test at 50,254 miles and the 2023 test at 50,508 miles shows only 254 miles of use across roughly ten months, pointing to a period of very limited driving or possible stationary storage. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on components that low-mileage, older vehicles are prone to. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers can perish through age and inactivity rather than mileage, so check for cracking, perishing, or corrosion on underbody components. Brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface corrosion and binding, as short-trip use and standing periods accelerate these issues. Tyre age and condition deserve attention; even with ample tread depth, rubber degrades over time and tyres over six years old may need replacement regardless of wear. The exhaust system and catalytic converter should be examined for corrosion, particularly if the car has been used predominantly for short local journeys. The Honda Jazz is known for strong mechanical reliability, and this example's record supports that reputation. The combination of low annual mileage, consistent clean passes, and no recurring faults paints a picture of a well-kept vehicle. A test drive covering varied road surfaces, along with an underside inspection, will confirm whether the physical condition matches the paper history.