2003 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · RA53 PNJ
2003 Honda Jazz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 24 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 104,638 miles. MOT expired on 09 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- HONDA JAZZ
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,638 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RA53 PNJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/08/2025
- 104,638 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RA53 PNJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Honda Jazz (RA53 PNJ) between December 2021 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 August 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
RA53 PNJ Mileage History
- 20/12/202190,306 mi
- 07/11/202296,248 mi+5,942 mi
- 10/08/202396,870 mi+622 mi
- 07/08/202499,927 mi+3,057 mi
- 12/08/2025104,638 mi+4,711 mi
Average of roughly 3,933 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Honda Honda Jazz Mk1
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Catalytic Converter TheftSerious
The Mk1 and Mk2 Jazz are prime targets for catalytic converter theft in the UK due to easy access and high precious metal content.
- CVT Start-Clutch JudderSerious
Early Jazz CVTs can shudder pulling away if fluid changes have been skipped.
- Water in the BootModerate
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