2018 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · LR18 NHA

A tyre structural failure resulting in a dangerous defect on the most recent assessment on 20 March 2026 is the standout mechanical event in this Honda's otherwise unblemished MOT record. Across six recorded tests dating back to 2021, the vehicle has passed on every occasion except that single dangerous failure for a bulging offside rear tyre, with the only other recorded items being three advisories issued together at the 2022 test. The pattern suggests a car that has generally held its roadworthiness, but the 2026 dangerous defect is not something to dismiss lightly, as a sidewall bulge from structural separation can occur without warning and indicates internal carcass damage rather than simple wear. The fact that the same offside rear corner also attracted an advisory cut in 2022 hints at a wheel or tyre position that may be more vulnerable to kerbing or impact damage than the rest of the car. At roughly 19,985 miles over eight years, this Jazz has averaged only about 2,500 miles annually, which is well below the typical usage profile for a vehicle of this age and class. There is a notable gap in the testing record between February 2023 and March 2025, with no MOT captured in 2024, which may indicate either exemption from testing or a period when the vehicle was off the road, sorn'd, or otherwise not presented. Low annual mileage reduces wear on friction components such as brake discs and pads, clutches, and drivetrain parts, but it can also bring its own concerns including prolonged standing periods that affect tyre sidewalls, brake caliper seizure, underbody corrosion from lack of regular use washing away road salts, and degradation of rubber components throughout the suspension. The 2022 advisory for an under-tray fitted is worth noting as it can mask early corrosion on subframe and suspension components from visual inspection. For a prospective buyer, the immediate priority is a thorough physical examination of all four tyres, looking closely at the offside rear for any sidewall deformation, cracking, or uneven shoulder wear, and checking the production date stamps to confirm none are excessively aged given the low mileage. With such low use, the brake calipers, particularly at the rear, are at risk of slider pin corrosion and can bind, so on a test drive listen for any dragging sensation, pulling to one side under light braking, or a handbrake that requires excessive travel to hold the car on an incline. Inspect the underbody, removing or peering past the under-tray referenced in the 2022 advisory, for any surface rust on suspension arms, subframe mounting points, and brake lines, paying particular attention to the rear axle beam area which is known to be susceptible on Jazz models of this era. Finally, with TPMS warning lamp illumination noted in 2022, verify that the system functions correctly now, as a permanently illuminated light can be a simple sensor battery issue but may also indicate a valve stem replacement that was never carried out.