2003 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · FX53 RZG
2003 Honda Jazz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 85,612 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- HONDA JAZZ
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,612 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
FX53 RZG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2026
- 85,612 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FX53 RZG MOT History
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 2003 Honda Jazz (FX53 RZG) between October 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 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: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.
FX53 RZG Mileage History
- 23/10/202481,197 mi
- 16/06/202582,981 mi+1,784 mi
- 19/06/202582,981 mi
- 24/07/202685,612 mi+2,631 mi
- 25/07/202685,612 mi
Average of roughly 2,520 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Honda Honda Jazz Mk1
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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