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2008 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · MH08 BFU

MH08 BFU

2008 Honda Jazz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2008. Recorded mileage 50,207 miles. MOT valid until 02 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
HONDA JAZZ
Year / Origin
2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 02 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
50,207 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
1339cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of developing suspension and lighting issues. The most recent test in November 2025 at 50,207 miles passed despite an advisory for a worn offside front Macpherson strut pin or bush. This follows a failure in October 2024 involving a serious fluid leak on the nearside rear shock absorber and a non-functional stop lamp. While the car has cleared its latest inspection, the recurring nature of suspension component wear suggests rubber parts are beginning to perish due to age. At 50,207 miles, this 2008 Honda Jazz has exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 2,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent low usage, with only 2,648 miles driven between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests. While low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to the dry-rot and degradation of rubber components and seals, which aligns with the worn bushes and leaking shock absorber noted in the recent record. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the offside lower arm and strut bushes were flagged in 2022 and 2025 respectively. The braking system requires close attention; the 2022 test highlighted an imbalanced rear brake and a pitted offside rear disc, indicating that the calipers may be seizing due to periods of low use. Additionally, the headlamp lenses have been flagged across multiple years for surface defects, so the buyer should ensure the clarity has not compromised night light output.
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MH08 BFU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
  • 50,207 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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MH08 BFU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Jun 2026, 14:01
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Honda Jazz (MH08 BFU) between October 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 November 2025 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: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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: “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

MH08 BFU Mileage History

  1. 28/10/202240,819 mi
  2. 31/10/202344,669 mi+3,850 mi
  3. 31/10/202447,558 mi+2,889 mi
  4. 31/10/202447,559 mi+1 mi
  5. 03/11/202550,207 mi+2,648 mi

Average of roughly 3,111 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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