2018 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · HT67 AEM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 20 January 2026 at 15,295 miles. The overall maintenance trend is concerning as it reveals a pattern of neglect regarding basic consumables. The tester flagged defective windscreen wiper blades in the three most recent tests dating back to January 2024, indicating the owner consistently ignored these advisories until the next inspection. The mileage is exceptionally low for an eight year old car, averaging under 2,000 miles per year. This low usage is evidenced by the slow climb from 7,562 miles in January 2022 to 15,295 miles in January 2026. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to degradation of rubber components due to lack of use and environmental exposure. The MOT history confirms this degradation. In January 2023 at 9,427 miles, the tester noted all four tyres were perishing. This issue persisted into the January 2024 test at 11,668 miles, where all four tyres were again flagged as perished or cracking. The recurrence of these faults, alongside the repeated wiper blade failures, suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a proactive one. A buyer should specifically inspect the current age and condition of the tyres to ensure they have been replaced since 2024. Given the low mileage and evidence of rubber perishing, the brake discs should be checked for surface corrosion and the calipers for sticking. The TPMS light flagged in January 2024 also warrants investigation to confirm the sensor fault was resolved.