2008 Honda Jazz 1.2L Petrol · KM08 YTR
2008 Honda Jazz (1.2L, petrol). First registered 18 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 175,125 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- HONDA JAZZ
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 175,125 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KM08 YTR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
- 175,125 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KM08 YTR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Honda Jazz (KM08 YTR) between September 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))”.
KM08 YTR Mileage History
- 13/09/2023128,657 mi
- 11/09/2024143,115 mi+14,458 mi
- 12/09/2024143,115 mi
- 04/09/2025160,001 mi+16,886 mi
- 21/07/2026175,125 mi+15,124 mi
Average of roughly 16,290 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Honda Honda Jazz Mk1
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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