2004 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · RE54 LXT

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance record shows a clear worsening trend regarding rubber components and exterior trim. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 29,861 miles, the tester flagged multiple advisories that have appeared progressively over three years. The degradation of suspension arm bushes and tyre perishing between 2023 and 2025 indicates that age-related materials are failing due to time and stationary exposure rather than mechanical stress. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 29,861 miles is exceptionally low, averaging just 1,357 miles per year. The data shows a consistent low-usage pattern, with only 1,804 miles covered between the November 2021 and November 2025 tests. This low mileage profile explains the lack of heavy mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but it directly correlates with the recurring issues of perished rubber bushes and tyres, which dry out and crack over time regardless of distance driven. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record notes perished nearside and offside front arm bushes appearing repeatedly in 2023, 2024, and 2025. The tester also identified a binding nearside rear brake in late 2024, which should be checked for caliper seizure or piston corrosion resulting from infrequent use. Additionally, the persistent cracking on the offside front and rear tyres suggests they are reaching the end of their structural life and require replacement despite likely remaining tread depth.