2005 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · GF55 AEY
2005 Honda Jazz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2005. Recorded mileage 173,217 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- HONDA JAZZ
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/06/2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (30/05/2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 173,217 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1339cc
GF55 AEY Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/05/2024
- 173,217 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 19 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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GF55 AEY Mileage History
- 14/06/2022147,116 mi
- 30/05/2023159,741 mi+12,625 mi
- 20/05/2024173,217 mi+13,476 mi
Average of roughly 13,500 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
GF55 AEY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Honda Jazz (GF55 AEY) between June 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 May 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185.55.15 (5.2.3 (d) (i”; “Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Avoid this 2005 Honda Jazz (GF55AEY) unless you are prepared for significant immediate repair costs and structural concerns. The most recent MOT in May 2024 failed on serious items including excessive outer sill corrosion and a tyre cut to the cords, making it currently unroadworthy without work.
Given the 2024 MOT failure, you should not consider purchasing this vehicle without proof of subsequent repairs and a fresh pass. The failure listed Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, which is a serious structural defect requiring welding, not a quick fix. Negotiate only on the basis of a very low price that reflects the cost of sill repair, new tyres, brake pipes, and suspension components.
The 1.3-litre petrol Jazz is normally economical, returning 40-45 mpg, but at this mileage and with binding brakes noted in multiple MOTs, real-world fuel use will be worse. Road tax for a 2005 petrol car of this size is typically in the low bands (around £200 per year), and insurance group is low, but a written-off or failed-MOT example may attract higher premiums or refusal.
Prioritise the Offside Rear outer sill corrosion flagged as excessively reducing structural strength in the 2024 MOT — this is a safety and legality issue and needs professional assessment with a lift. Check both rear brake pipes (corroded every year from 2021 to 2024) and the rear brake discs scored in 2024, as these will need replacement. Inspect the Nearside Rear tyre with a cut to the cords and both front headlamp lenses with product reducing light output, all failed items from the last test.
This silver 2005 Honda Jazz with the 1.3-litre petrol engine has covered 173,217 miles as of its last MOT, well above typical use for a 20-year-old supermini. The MOT history shows two failures (2021 and 2024) and a clear pattern of worsening corrosion, brake, and suspension issues across the rear of the car. With no current valid MOT and structural corrosion flagged, the value proposition is poor for any buyer except a competent DIY mechanic.
No aggregate MOT reliability data was available for the Honda Jazz, but this individual example shows significant age-related corrosion and wear issues by 2024.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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