2007 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · GL07 LRV

The 2007 Honda Jazz most recently passed its MOT on 17 November 2025, though the test sheet records three advisories all relating to wear in the front suspension, specifically an offside front Macpherson strut pin or bush and both nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes, none of which were considered severe enough at the time to fail the vehicle but which collectively indicate the front end is beginning to deteriorate. Looking at the broader trend, the maintenance picture is one of gradual decline rather than acute neglect. The 2023 test was completely clean, but each subsequent test has introduced new advisories or failures, with the front Macpherson strut top mount and offside front strut bush first appearing in 2022, then reappearing in 2024 and 2025, suggesting an ongoing issue with the front suspension components that has not yet been rectified. The two failures during the recorded period are relatively minor in nature, relating to a windscreen wiper in 2025 and headlamp lens and aim defects in 2024, and the recurring thread of front suspension wear is the area requiring the most attention. With 75,205 miles recorded over approximately nineteen years, this Jazz has covered an average of around 3,958 miles per year, which is notably low even for a small economical hatchback. This unusually low annual figure suggests the vehicle has either seen very light use or, more likely, has spent extended periods standing idle between uses. While low mileage typically preserves engine and gearbox internals, it brings its own set of age-related concerns. Long periods of inactivity allow moisture to accumulate in the engine oil, brake fluid can absorb water over time leading to a lowered boiling point and reduced effectiveness, and brake discs can corrode on the surface even when the vehicle is only used occasionally, which often manifests as binding calipers or a rough sensation under braking. Given the suspension advisories that have persisted across multiple tests, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the front end on a test drive. Listen for clonking or knocking noises over speed humps, uneven road surfaces, and during sharp low-speed turns, which would indicate that the worn strut pin or bush and suspension arm pins have progressed beyond advisory tolerance. Check for uneven front tyre wear, particularly inner-edge wear which is characteristic of worn suspension bushes allowing geometry to shift, and inspect the offside front strut top mount for visible cracking or excessive play when the wheel is loaded. Additionally, examine the underside carefully for any signs of fluid leakage from the strut assemblies, as the original dampers may also be approaching the end of their service life on a vehicle of this age. Beyond the documented suspension concerns, the low-mileage and nearly two-decade-old profile of this Jazz demands a thorough physical inspection of age-related items that MOT testing does not fully cover. The 2021 test recorded perished rear tyres, and given the vehicle's age, all four tyres should be examined closely for sidewall cracking and perishing even if the tread depth appears adequate, as rubber degrades chemically over time regardless of mileage. The 12V battery is highly likely to be due for replacement on a car of this vintage and should be load-tested. Inspect the brake discs on both axles for severe surface corrosion or pitting, which on a lightly-used car can lead to juddering or grinding on first application, and verify the caliper slide pins are free to move by checking for uneven pad wear. Check all fluid levels and condition, particularly brake fluid which should be replaced every two to three years irrespective of mileage, and coolant which loses its corrosion-inhibiting properties over time. Finally, confirm the service book history to ensure oil and filter changes have been carried out at appropriate calendar intervals rather than purely by mileage, as a car covering fewer than 4,000 miles annually can easily exceed the manufacturer's time-based service intervals without the odometer reflecting it.