2002 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · RG02 SVS

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent pass on 6 September 2024. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the 2024 test resulted in a clean pass, the vehicle failed on the same day due to a major exhaust leak. This suggests the owner only addresses mechanical failures when they prevent an MOT pass. The mileage is consistent with the vehicle's 24-year age, averaging roughly 6,261 miles per year. A notable gap in usage occurred between June 2023 and September 2024, during which the odometer moved from 144,692 to 150,272 miles. This moderate usage suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often exacerbates rubber perishables and braking issues. A buyer must scrutinize the chassis and suspension components. The May 2023 failure at 144,686 miles revealed significant wear across the front end, including worn suspension arm bushes, a failed Macpherson strut top bush, and damaged anti-roll bar ball joint covers. The tester also flagged corroded rear coil springs and corroded rear brake pipes. Although the vehicle passed in June 2023, these items were listed as advisories, meaning they may not have been fully replaced but merely deemed acceptable for that specific test. Given the history of corrosion on the brake pipes and springs, a thorough inspection for structural rust is essential. The recurring nature of these corrosion-related issues indicates a vulnerability to moisture and road salt. You should verify if the brake pipes were actually replaced or simply cleaned, as corroded lines represent a high-risk failure point for a vehicle of this vintage.