2018 Honda Jazz 1.5L Petrol · RF67 KAE

A consistent run of five clean passes between 2022 and 2025 demonstrates that this Honda Jazz has maintained a solid roadworthiness profile through the middle of its life, and the most recent test on 2 February 2026 continued that trend with a pass, albeit accompanied by three advisories that warrant careful attention. The advisory pattern across the recorded history is narrow and focused rather than systemic, with the two most recent tests flagging the same general areas of concern: front tyre condition in 2021 and 2026, and rear brake function appearing only in the latest entry. The absence of any advisories for corrosion, suspension components, exhaust integrity, lighting, or structural items is a positive indicator for an eight-year-old vehicle, though buyers should note that advisories only document what the tester specifically identified and do not constitute a guarantee of underlying mechanical soundness. At roughly 40,083 miles over eight years, this Jazz has averaged approximately 5,000 miles annually, which sits below the typical accumulation rate for a vehicle of this age and class. Lower annual mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain components and can extend the life of original suspension and braking hardware, but it can also mean the vehicle has spent significant periods stationary, which encourages drying of rubber components such as bushes, boots, and seals. The mileage progression across the recorded tests appears steady rather than erratic, with no obvious gaps or sudden jumps that would suggest clock irregularities or long off-road periods. Mechanically, this profile favours engines and gearboxes, but places more scrutiny on age-sensitive rubber and composite components that degrade with time rather than use. The 2026 advisories for both front tyres showing slight damage, cracking, or perishing are consistent with a vehicle that is now eight years old, where the original factory-fitted rubber has reached the point where sidewall degradation begins regardless of remaining tread depth. On inspection, feel both front tyres along the sidewalls for visible cracking, small blisters, or any bulging that could indicate structural deterioration, and confirm that the tread depth remains well above the legal 1.6mm minimum across the full width. The offside rear service brake binding slightly but not excessively is a more concerning entry, as binding calipers or seized rear brake mechanisms can develop progressively and lead to uneven braking, excessive heat generation, and accelerated rear pad and disc wear. During a test drive, listen for any grinding or humming from the rear wheels when releasing the parking brake, and check for any pulling to one side under light braking that might suggest the offside rear caliper is not fully releasing. Given the 2021 advisories for both front tyres being worn close to the legal limit and on the edge, this is the second time the front tyres have drawn tester attention, suggesting either a tendency toward uneven front-end wear or simply the natural replacement cycle of tyres on a low-mileage car. A buyer should inspect the current tyres for uneven shoulder wear, which could point to suspension geometry issues, worn track rod ends, or deteriorated front suspension bushes, all of which are common on a Jazz of this age. Apply the brakes firmly at around 30 mph and check for any judder through the pedal, which would indicate warped front discs, and listen for clonking or rattling over speed bumps that might suggest worn anti-roll bar links or drop links. With the rear brake binding advisory fresh from the most recent test, it is prudent to have the offside rear caliper, slider pins, and handbrake mechanism physically inspected and cleaned before relying on the vehicle for regular use.