2008 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · KX08 CEY

The 2025‑12‑18 MOT at 125,781 miles resulted in a pass, yet the record shows a clear worsening trend rather than improvement. Repeated failures on the same dates, especially the 2025‑12‑02 failure and the 2024‑12‑16 failure, demonstrate that the vehicle’s mechanical condition has deteriorated over time despite occasional passes. At roughly 6,988 miles per year the mileage aligns with its 18‑year age, but the interval between the 2024‑12‑16 failure at 121,520 miles and the 2025‑01‑10 pass at 121,867 miles represents only 347 miles in 15 days, indicating relatively steady use; earlier gaps such as the 15‑month span from the 2022‑12‑13 test at 111,454 miles to the 2024‑01‑05 pass at 116,797 miles show consistent annual accumulation without abrupt surges. Recurring defects centre on the braking system and suspension: multiple MOTs flagged corroded front and rear brake pipes, greased or deteriorated brake hoses, and parking brake efficiency failures, while coil spring corrosion and worn anti‑roll bar linkages appeared in every failure from late 2024 onward. Tyre wear near the legal limit and occasional suspension bush play further suggest neglect of routine maintenance. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the coil springs, suspension bushes, and anti‑roll bar components for rust and play, verify that the brake pipes and hoses are free of corrosion and grease, test the parking brake’s holding ability, and examine the tyres and tread depth, as these items have repeatedly been noted as deficient.