2005 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · SP05 ONJ

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2023‑08‑08 at 130,798 miles resulted in a failure. The tester flagged extensive corrosion of front and rear suspension component mountings on the inner sill, outer sill, floor and rear axle cross‑member pockets, significantly reducing structural strength under regulation 5.3.6(a)(i). Brake wear was also critical: rear pads were low, the near‑side rear service brake was binding, and several brake discs showed corrosion. The pattern of defects shows a clear worsening trend; earlier tests in 2022 and 2021 recorded fewer issues, while the 2023 result aggregates multiple serious faults that had been appearing intermittently for several years. Mileage accumulation has been steady at roughly 6,200 miles per year over the car’s 21‑year life, which is typical for a 2005 model. However, the MOT record is sparse after the 2023 failure – there are no further tests recorded up to the present date in July 2026, creating a three‑year gap without official verification. This absence of recent data means the vehicle’s current condition is unknown and any remedial work performed after the 2023 failure cannot be confirmed. A buyer should inspect the suspension mounting areas for corrosion holes, particularly on the inner and outer sills, rear floors and axle cross‑member pockets. The brake system demands close scrutiny: check pad thickness, look for binding or sticking calipers, examine discs for corrosion or uneven wear, and test parking brake operation on both axles. Structural integrity of the chassis should be assessed for rust‑through, and any signs of oil leaks or cracked windscreens noted, as these were recurring advisories in earlier tests. A thorough under‑body inspection is essential to gauge the extent of the corrosion that led to the 2023 failure.