2004 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · GD53 KXY

The 2004 Honda Jazz presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile, with its most recent MOT on 5 November 2025 passing cleanly at 61,605 miles aside from a minor advisory on the offside rear tyre. The maintenance trend is broadly improving. Corrosion advisories that appeared in 2023 and 2024 on the front lower suspension arms and rear axle were not repeated in the latest test, suggesting either repair or that the condition has not worsened to the point of re-flagging. The vehicle has consistently passed its annual tests without any dangerous or major defects recorded across the entire five-year history provided. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between the October 2022 test at 48,952 miles and the November 2025 test at 61,605 miles, the car covered just 12,653 miles over a three-year span, averaging roughly 4,200 miles per year. However, the jump from 52,363 miles in November 2024 to 61,605 miles in November 2025 accounts for 9,242 miles in a single year, a notable spike that breaks the otherwise gentle pattern. The overall average of around 2,800 miles per year across its 22-year life remains exceptionally low, meaning long periods of standing are likely. Buyers should be aware that low mileage alone does not guarantee trouble-free ownership; infrequent use can cause its own issues, including perished rubber brake hoses, deteriorated tyres with age-related cracking, and fuel system stagnation. The recurring advisories around corrosion on the front lower suspension arms and rear axle in the 2023 and 2024 tests warrant a close physical inspection, even though they did not reappear in 2025. Surface corrosion on suspension components can return, particularly on a vehicle that may have sat idle for extended periods. A buyer should get the car on a ramp and examine the rear axle beam, subframe mounting points, and the underside of both front lower arms for any signs of pitting or structural weakening. The offside rear tyre flagged in November 2025 as worn close to the legal limit suggests uneven wear, possibly from a misaligned rear beam or a soft damper, so checking tyre wear patterns across all four corners is sensible. Beyond the flagged items, the usual low-mileage checks apply. Inspect the condition of all four tyres for date codes and sidewall cracking, as rubber degrades with age regardless of tread depth. Test the brakes for binding or uneven pull, particularly at the rear, since the car's light usage can lead to sticking calipers and corroded discs. Check the exhaust system for corrosion and the engine bay for any signs of fluid leaks or perished hoses that sitting idle can cause. The Honda Jazz is fundamentally a robust and well-engineered small car, and this example's record suggests it has been cared for, but a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on the underside and rubber components remains essential.