2007 Honda Jazz 1.2L Petrol · SL07 VWD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test on March 12, 2026, at 87,223 miles resulted in a failure due to worn front lower suspension arm bushes and a failed nearside rear position lamp. While the car passed after these repairs were made, the recurring nature of lighting failures and rubber-based wear suggests that components are only addressed once they reach the point of an MOT failure. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 87,223 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage over the last two years, with roughly 1,000 miles covered between March 2025 and March 2026. This low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it often accelerates age-related degradation of rubber components and seals, which is consistent with the perished dust covers and worn bushes noted in the 2000-series records. A buyer should focus their physical inspection specifically on the front suspension geometry and braking system. The history flagged damaged track rod end dust covers in 2025 and worn control arm bushes in 2026, indicating the front-end assembly is nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding corroded rear brake pipes requires a close-up inspection to ensure corrosion has not progressed beyond the surface, as grease was used to hide structural rust. The repeated failures of light bulbs and wiper blades also suggest that basic electrical and wiper consumables have been neglected by previous owners.