2006 Honda Jazz 1.2L Petrol · SN06 ESS

The Honda Jazz’s most recent MOT test on 18 November 2023—just 28 months ago—confirms it passed without any defects, though the immediate preceding test on 28 November 2022 was a failure with no recorded issues. This inconsistency suggests either a minor administrative oversight in the 2022 failure (where no faults were logged) or a brief period of neglect before the vehicle was brought up to standard. Since the last two tests were clean, the trend is stable, but the lack of defects does not preclude hidden wear on high-mileage components like suspension bushes or brake calipers. The absence of advisories in the 2023 test implies no imminent failures were identified, but the 2022 failure without explanation warrants further scrutiny of service records. The recorded mileage of 126,813 miles over 20 years equates to an average of 6,341 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for this age. The MOT history spans only four tests over five years, with a notable gap between the 2021 and 2022 tests—just 11 months apart—followed by another 11-month interval in 2022 before the failure. This pattern suggests either irregular testing or a period of lower mileage accumulation. The lack of advisories or repeated failures on the same component implies no obvious pattern of neglect, but the sparse data means critical wear could have gone unrecorded. Given the age and mileage, a buyer should prioritise inspecting the suspension for worn coil springs or deteriorated bushes, particularly at the rear where binding calipers were flagged in the 2022 failure. Brake discs and pads should be checked for uneven wear or corrosion, especially if the vehicle has been exposed to moisture. The exhaust system warrants attention for leaks or rust penetration, while the chassis should be examined for structural corrosion around wheel arches or sills. The 2022 failure without defects also raises suspicion over potential undocumented issues, so verifying service history for brake fluid changes, timing belt condition (if applicable), and fuel system maintenance is essential.