2010 Honda Jazz 1.2L Petrol · SC10 ODL

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2010 Honda Jazz took place on 7 February 2026 and resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, following a similarly clean pass in January 2025. Looking at the pattern across the recorded tests, the maintenance picture is broadly stable but with a modest cluster of brake-related and anti-roll bar issues appearing in the 2024 to 2025 period before the most recent clean result. The failures in early 2025 specifically flagged both rear brake discs as significantly worn alongside front brake pads on their wear limit, while a separate failure in February 2024 noted a deteriorated anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover on the nearside front. These items appear to have been subsequently addressed, as the January 2025 pass and February 2026 pass show no outstanding advisories relating to the braking system or anti-roll bar. Overall the trend is one of attentive maintenance rather than neglect, with defects being rectified between test cycles. The recorded mileage of 96,810 miles over a 16-year lifespan equates to an average of roughly 6,000 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a Honda Jazz of this generation and suggests moderate rather than excessive use. There are no significant mileage gaps recorded between successive tests that would indicate long periods of standing, and the relatively even accumulation of miles between annual tests points to steady, consistent usage. This is mechanically reassuring, as it implies that consumables such as brake components, tyres and fluids have been worked through at a normal rate rather than suffering from either the rapid wear associated with high-mileage use or the standing-related degradation of seals, brakes and battery that can affect very low-mileage vehicles. That said, the recorded mileage is now in the upper bracket for a Jazz of this era, so cumulative drivetrain wear remains a relevant consideration. Given the recurring advisories relating to brake discs and pads across the 2024 and 2025 tests, any prospective buyer should place particular emphasis on the braking system during inspection and test drive. The fact that both rear discs were previously flagged as significantly worn suggests they were renewed at that point, but it is worth confirming whether the replacement discs were of adequate quality and thickness, as cheaper aftermarket discs can wear prematurely. On a test drive, listen for any brake shudder through the steering wheel or pedal under firm braking, which would indicate disc runout or uneven wear, and check that the vehicle pulls evenly to a stop without any grabbing or pulling to one side that might suggest a binding caliper. Given that the front brake pads were also noted as wearing thin on the nearside at the 2025 test, it is reasonable to anticipate that pads may again be approaching a service interval, and a physical inspection of pad material thickness through the wheel should be carried out. Additionally, the anti-roll bar linkage and ball joint dust covers flagged in 2024 should be rechecked, as perished or split dust covers allow water and grit to enter the joint, leading to accelerated wear and eventual play in the front suspension. Beyond the items specifically recorded, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants a number of general but important physical checks. Tyres should be examined not only for tread depth but for sidewall cracking and perishing consistent with age, even if the tread appears adequate, and the spare wheel or inflation kit should be verified. The 12-volt battery is likely due for replacement given the vehicle's age, and a voltage or load test is advisable, particularly as a weak battery can mask electrical faults during inspection. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should ideally have been replaced every two to three years regardless of mileage, so the service history should be checked for evidence of a fluid change, along with coolant and transmission fluid intervals. Given the Honda Jazz's known sensitivity to corrosion around the rear wheel arches, sills and underbody, a thorough visual inspection from below or on a ramp is strongly recommended, and any signs of standing-related brake bind should be checked by confirming the rear discs rotate freely when the handbrake is released after a short drive. Finally, verifying a complete service book with stamps at appropriate intervals will provide further reassurance that the mechanical condition matches the broadly positive MOT trend.