2012 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · PE12 NFY

The most recent MOT on 2025-11-03 shows a pass but highlights multiple recurring suspension and tyre issues. The nearside rear tyre was underinflated, and both front and offside anti-roll bar linkage ball joints had slight play, with deteriorated dust covers. Suspension arm pins or bushes were also worn. The rear parking brake barely met efficiency requirements, indicating potential braking system adjustments or repairs. A separate entry on the same date shows a fail for an offside front position lamp, suggesting inconsistent testing or documentation. Recurring defects include anti-roll bar linkage ball joint wear , tyre condition issues , and braking system inefficiencies . These have appeared in multiple MOTs since 2023, with the 2024-11-11 MOT noting front tyre wear and brake binding, and the 2023-11-06 fail highlighting weakened seat belts and poor brake efficiency. While some issues (e.g., tyre wear) may reflect normal usage, the repeated suspension and braking concerns suggest either ongoing maintenance neglect or systemic wear. The vehicle’s low mileage (43,703 miles at 14 years old) implies infrequent use or periods of inactivity, which can lead to component stiffness, fluid degradation, or uneven tyre wear. However, the persistence of similar defects over multiple MOTs indicates that these are not merely age-related but may require closer inspection for underlying faults.