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2011 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · GJ61 YGU

GJ61 YGU

2011 Honda Jazz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 24 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 75,598 miles. MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
HONDA JAZZ
Year / Origin
2011 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
75,598 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1339cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The latest test on 28 November 2025 at 75,598 miles passed after a failure for a non-functional position lamp and distorted front road wheels. While the car consistently passes its inspections, the recurring nature of the advisories and minor failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they reach the point of failing a legal test. At 75,598 miles, this 15-year-old Honda shows low mileage, averaging approximately 5,040 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with 1,671 miles covered between December 2023 and November 2024, and another 1,652 miles covered in the following year. This low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, which is evidenced by the perishing and cracking of the nearside tyre noted in the December 2023 test. A buyer must inspect the front road wheels closely, as both have been flagged for distortion since at least December 2023. Persistent distortion often indicates significant impact damage or severe alignment issues which can compromise handling and cause premature tyre wear. The rear shock absorbers have shown a light misting of oil since both 2023 and 2024; while light misting is not an immediate failure, it indicates the seals are beginning to fail and the dampers will eventually require replacement. The record also highlights recurring issues with child seats preventing full inspections of the adult seatbelts across multiple years. A physical inspection is required to ensure all belting mechanisms are fully functional free of fraying or obstruction. Given the low mileage and age of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the underbody and exhaust is essential, as stationary vehicles often suffer from more surface rust than those driven regularly.
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GJ61 YGU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2025
  • 75,598 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)

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GJ61 YGU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Nov 2026, 11:31
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Honda Jazz (GJ61 YGU) between December 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 November 2025 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: Lighting (12 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 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: “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

GJ61 YGU Mileage History

  1. 07/12/202372,175 mi
  2. 07/12/202372,175 mi
  3. 29/11/202473,946 mi+1,771 mi
  4. 28/11/202575,598 mi+1,652 mi
  5. 28/11/202575,598 mi

Average of roughly 1,732 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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