2003 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · RJ53 CVL
2003 Honda Jazz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 10 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 118,468 miles. MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- HONDA JAZZ
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,468 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RJ53 CVL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 118,468 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RJ53 CVL 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 (RJ53 CVL) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both side top mounting (5.3.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
RJ53 CVL Mileage History
- 08/10/2022114,435 mi
- 15/10/2023115,987 mi+1,552 mi
- 17/10/2023116,987 mi+1,000 mi
- 05/10/2024116,847 mi-140 mi
- 14/10/2025118,468 mi+1,621 mi
Average of roughly 1,337 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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