2005 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · RF55 EAO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of suspension-related wear. In the most recent test conducted in September 2025 at 90,668 miles, the car passed with an advisory for a worn offside front MacPherson strut pin or bush. While this did not Fitting a failure, it follows a multi-year history of deteriorating front suspension components, suggesting that rubber elements are reaching the end of their service life despite the low overall mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a vehicle of 2005, averaging approximately 4,318 miles per year. Between September 2022 at 84,295 miles and September 2025 at 90,668 miles, the car covered only 6,373 miles. While this indicates light mechanical use, such low annual often leads to the gradual degradation of rubber bushes and seals, which dry out and crack as material ages, explaining the recurring issues with arm bushes and linkages. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension assembly, as lower arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages have been flagged in nearly every test since 2022. The 2024 test noted an offside front service brake binding, which should be checked for seized calipers to ensure the system is not prematurely worn. Additionally, given the 2023 failure for a major exhaust back box leak and emissions issues, the buyer should verify that the exhaust system has been replaced and remains free of structural corrosion or leaks.