2010 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · DV60 VRN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening progression of mechanical wear and tear. While it passed the most recent March 2026 test at 70,878 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior at 70,821 miles. The presence of play in the steering rack inner joints and leaking rear shock absorbers indicates that suspension and steering components are beginning to degrade. The recurring mention of an oil leak across the most recent tests suggests a persistent seal-related issue that is being monitored rather than rectified. At 70,878 miles over sixteen years, the car has exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 4,430 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in records between September 2021 and April 2024, during which the vehicle covered 6,715 miles. The more recent data shows an increase of 18,148 miles between April 2024 and March 2026, suggesting a recent increase in usage. This low mileage often correlates with aging of rubber components, as evidenced by the perishing tyres previously noted in the 2024 advisory. A buyer must inspect the steering system and front suspension closely, as the flagged play in the rack inner joints will affect handling and tyre wear. The misting rear shock absorbers require close monitoring to ensure they do not progress to a total failure. Given the history of thin brake pads and pitted discs noted in 2024, the entire braking system should be checked for thickness and surface corrosion to ensure consistent performance. Additionally, the source of the oil leak needs to be identified to determine if it is a minor cover gasket or a more significant engine seal failure that could require expensive repairs.