2010 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · LL10 RVT

The most recent MOT on 26 May 2026 was a pass, the only note being that the rear seats could not be tested. Over the last six years the vehicle has moved from a series of failures – notably thin rear brake pads, a dangerous rear‑brake‑pad thickness, ineffective front wipers and corrosion advisories – to a clean pass, indicating that the majority of the serious defects have been addressed. While the record still shows a number of advisories, the trend is clearly improving rather than deteriorating. At 105,257 mi the Honda Jazz averages roughly 6,600 mi per year, which is typical for a 16‑year‑old model. There are no obvious periods of extreme mileage accumulation or long gaps in use recorded in the MOT data, suggesting the car has been driven consistently rather than being subject to prolonged storage. This moderate annual usage means wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components will be in line with age‑related expectations rather than excessive mileage‑driven degradation. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the rear braking system. The historic thin‑pad warnings and the advisory that the rear disc is worn, though not yet critically, mean the pads may soon need replacement and the disc should be inspected for scoring or excessive wear. On a test drive listen for any squeal or grinding when applying the rear brake, feel for a firm and even pedal feel, and check that the handbrake still holds firmly – the 2022 advisory about limited reserve travel suggests the handbrake mechanism may be nearing the end of its service life. The front tyres have been flagged repeatedly for edge wear close to the legal limit; visual inspection should confirm tread depth across the whole tread face and look for sidewall cracking, especially given the car’s age. Any tyre that shows uneven wear, especially on the inner edge, may indicate mis‑alignment or worn suspension bushes and should be assessed by a tyre specialist. Corrosion advisories on the front lower suspension arms and sub‑frame, although described as not seriously weakened, merit a careful visual check for rust penetration, especially around mounting points and the underside of the chassis. The front wiper blades have a history of smearing and ineffective clearing, so the blades should be replaced and the washer system inspected for proper fluid delivery. Verify that all exterior lights, including the off‑side front headlamp and the rear registration plate lamp, operate correctly. Given the vehicle’s age, a battery load test, a check of coolant and brake fluid condition, and confirmation that the service book shows regular oil changes will help ensure that time‑based fluid degradation has not been neglected. Addressing these items now will mitigate the risk of unexpected failures and provide a clearer picture of the car’s overall roadworthiness.