2009 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · OV59 EOE
2009 Honda Jazz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 08 Oct 2009. Recorded mileage 85,136 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- HONDA JAZZ
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,136 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OV59 EOE Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 14/10/2026
- 85,136 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OV59 EOE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Honda Jazz (OV59 EOE) between October 2012 and October 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 14 October 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (17 issues), Brakes (17 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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 Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
OV59 EOE Mileage History
- 17/10/201222,018 mi
- 18/10/201324,800 mi+2,782 mi
- 16/10/201426,910 mi+2,110 mi
- 17/10/201426,945 mi+35 mi
- 07/10/201531,639 mi+4,694 mi
- 25/10/201635,740 mi+4,101 mi
- 25/10/201635,740 mi
- 02/10/201740,044 mi+4,304 mi
- 05/10/201845,279 mi+5,235 mi
- 05/10/201845,279 mi
- 25/09/201954,688 mi+9,409 mi
- 28/07/202054,683 mi-5 mi
- 16/07/202158,837 mi+4,154 mi
- 19/07/202158,837 mi
- 13/07/202263,302 mi+4,465 mi
- 14/07/202263,328 mi+26 mi
- 24/07/202367,851 mi+4,523 mi
- 24/07/202367,851 mi
- 17/07/202471,792 mi+3,941 mi
- 24/07/202577,925 mi+6,133 mi
- 14/10/202685,136 mi+7,211 mi
Average of roughly 4,512 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
A 2009 Honda Jazz with the 1.4-litre pet
Given the 2023 failure and the recurring advisories, a pre-purchase inspection is essential. Have the front and rear brake discs and pads physically checked, as the offside front service brake was recorded as excessively binding and the nearside front disc was significantly worn — binding brakes can indicate seized caliper sliders or a sticking caliper, which may recur. The offside body damage to the door mirror housing should be examined for any underlying structural or electrical damage, and the registration plate lamp issue (present at every test since at least 2022) suggests a simple but persistently unaddressed bulb or wiring fault. Ask to see any service history and receipts for brake work; if no recent brake overhaul is documented, factor around £250–£400 for new front discs and pads as a precaution.
Tyre condition should be confirmed on a visual inspection, given advisories at 3mm on the offside rear across consecutive tests — the legal limit is 1.6mm, so a set of four new tyres could cost £200–£280. Check that the headlight lenses are not only cloudy but not cracked or waterlogged, as the recurring advisory suggests deterioration that may eventually fail an MOT. With the model topping the MOT failure list for headlamp, windscreen wiper and anti-roll bar issues, ask the seller to demonstrate functioning wipers and check for any knocking or worn anti-roll bar links on a test drive.
The 1.4-litre Honda Jazz typically returns around 42–47 mpg in mixed driving, which is competitive for a small petrol supermini of this age. As a 2009 car it sits in a low road tax band, usually £30–£165 per year depending on the exact CO2 figure for the 1.4 variant. Insurance is a major plus point — the Jazz is well-known for falling into low insurance groups (typically group 5–7), making it cheap to cover. Routine servicing is straightforward and parts are inexpensive, with an interim oil service typically costing £100–£150 and a full service around £180–£250 at an independent garage. Allowing for fuel, tax, insurance and modest maintenance, expect an annual running cost of roughly £900–£1,200 depending on mileage driven.
Start with a thorough brake inspection, focusing on the front calipers and discs. The 2023 MOT specifically flagged a significantly worn nearside front brake disc and an excessively binding offside front service brake; binding is often caused by seized caliper guide pins or a sticking piston, and if not rectified it can lead to uneven pad wear, overheating and further MOT failure. A physical inspection by lifting the car or using a borescope will reveal whether the binding has been properly resolved. With the model featuring anti-roll bar issues in aggregate data, jack the car and check for play in the front anti-roll bar drop links and bushes.
Next, examine the bodywork and lights carefully. The offside door mirror housing damage recorded at the 2023 failure should be inspected to confirm it is purely cosmetic and that no wiring to the mirror motor or indicators is compromised. Test all lights individually, as the registration plate lamp has been flagged inoperative at four consecutive tests, suggesting a persistent electrical fault rather than a one-off bulb failure. Finally, check the headlight lenses for UV degradation and water ingress, and verify the rear tyres have at least 3mm of tread — anything below that warrants negotiation or immediate replacement.
This purple 1.4-litre Honda Jazz was first registered in October 2009 and has covered 77,925 miles across five recorded MOT tests from 2022 to 2025. It passed four tests but failed one in July 2023 for issues including a worn front brake disc, an excessively binding offside front service brake, an inoperative registration plate lamp, and body damage to the offside door mirror housing. Advisories for deteriorating headlights and worn rear tyres have appeared across multiple tests, suggesting some neglect of routine consumables. Mileage of roughly 6,000 miles per year is only modestly above the 5,234 annual average for the model overall.
Across 344,935 analysed Honda Jazz models, the MOT pass rate of 81.2% sits above the all-vehicle average, indicating the model is generally a reliable choice in the used market, with headlamp, wiper and anti-roll bar wear being the most commonly flagged issues.
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