2012 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · MA12 MXP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in July 2025 at 81,040 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The previous failure in June 2025 at 80,896 miles revealed significant braking issues, including imbalanced rear brakes across the axle and a pitted nearside rear brake disc. While the most recent test cleared these defects, the history suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they trigger an MOT failure. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 81,040 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent over the last two, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between June 2024 and July 2025. This low mileage often implies less wear on the drivetrain, but it can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing tyre sidewalls noted in 2023 and deteriorating headlamp lenses seen in 2024. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension components, as the tester flagged worn suspension arm bushes in 2023. Although not yet a failure point, these will require monitoring to prevent uneven tyre wear. Given the June 2025 failure regarding brake efficiency and imbalance, a thorough physical check of the rear calipers and flexible hoses is necessary to ensure no binding or persistent seizing has occurred. The recurring mention of defective headlamp lenses also indicates the plastic is clouding or cracking, which may eventually require polishing or replacement to maintain light output.