2015 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · GV15 EWU

A persistent front‑brake deficiency dominates this Jazz’s MOT record, culminating in a dangerous failure on 17 August 2026 where the front axle was more than 50 % imbalanced, the service‑brake efficiency fell below legal limits and the anti‑slip provision on the pedal was missing. Earlier in the same year the car also failed for thin front pads and worn discs, while the 2025 test flagged the same front‑brake wear as advisories. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent 17‑August‑2026 test, the recent failure indicates that the brake system has required significant attention and that any remedial work must be verified before further use. At 71 122 mi recorded over eleven years the average annual mileage is roughly 6 500 mi, a figure that sits comfortably within normal private‑use expectations and shows no evidence of sudden mileage spikes or prolonged periods without testing. The MOT history is continuous, with a test each year, suggesting the vehicle has been kept on the road and subjected to regular statutory checks, which limits the risk of hidden high‑kilometre wear beyond what is documented. Prospective buyers should give the brake assembly the highest priority. On a test drive feel for a firm, progressive pedal without excessive travel or a soft, spongy sensation, and listen for any squeal or grinding that could indicate pad or disc degradation. Verify that the brake pedal’s anti‑slip device is present and functional, and check for uneven pedal effort that might reveal lingering axle imbalance. Inspect the front discs for scoring, glazing or excessive lipping, and measure pad thickness where possible; any residual thinness will likely require replacement of pads, discs and possibly the hydraulic components that were flagged as inefficient. Tyre condition also warrants immediate attention: from 2023 onward the near‑side front and rear tyres were repeatedly noted as worn to the legal limit, with edge wear and sidewall cracking, and a 2024 advisory highlighted near‑side rear tyre edge wear. A thorough visual inspection for tread depth, sidewall integrity and any bulges is essential, and fitting a fresh set of tyres is advisable before committing to the purchase. Finally, confirm that the near‑side repeater lamp, which failed a light‑intensity test in 2023, operates correctly, as a functional lighting system is required for road legality. Addressing the brake and tyre issues will be the principal cost items to bring this Jazz to a safe, road‑worthy state.