2013 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · FT63 KKX

The Honda Jazz presents a mixed mechanical picture. Its most recent MOT, conducted on 16 September 2025 at 73,812 miles, passed, but the record reveals a clear worsening trend in the year leading up to that test. Just four days prior, on 12 September 2025 at 73,794 miles, the car failed with a serious fluid leak from the nearside rear shock absorber and a structural bulge in the nearside front tyre. The fact that these critical defects were rectified within days suggests reactive repair rather than proactive maintenance. Persistent advisories for thin brake pads, perishing rear tyres, and an offside rear wheel that was slightly binding were carried forward into the pass, indicating these items were noted but not fully addressed. The presence of under-body surface corrosion is a recurring theme. The mileage profile tells a story of two distinct phases of use. For the first decade, the car was driven sparingly, covering just 48,939 miles by August 2022, which equates to under 4,900 miles annually. Then, in the two years between August 2022 and September 2024, the mileage jumped sharply from 48,939 to 64,443 miles, adding over 15,000 miles. This was followed by a further 9,369 miles in the single year leading to the September 2025 test. This recent rapid accumulation, particularly on a vehicle with a history of standing, places increased stress on components that may have deteriorated from age and lack of use rather than purely from mileage. A buyer should focus their inspection on the areas repeatedly flagged. The under-body corrosion needs close scrutiny to determine whether it is superficial surface rust or a threat to structural integrity, especially given the car's age. The suspension requires a thorough check; the previously leaking nearside rear shock absorber must be examined for correct operation and the offside rear binding wheel investigated, as this points to a potential caliper issue that causes uneven brake wear and drag. The braking system is a clear area of concern, with thin pads noted repeatedly. The condition of all four tyres should be verified, looking for the cracking and perishing that has been a recurring advisory.