2007 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · ST57 AAA

The 2023‑08‑10 MOT at 52,208 miles confirms the 2007 Honda Jazz is presently roadworthy, yet the maintenance history reveals a recurring pattern of corrosion and brake binding that has persisted since the 2021 test, suggesting a trend that is neither improving nor stabilising. Over 19 years the vehicle has accumulated 52,208 miles, averaging roughly 2,750 miles per year, a figure that is low for its age but masks significant usage spikes: a jump of 5,230 miles between 2010 and 2011, a 2,950‑mile increase from 2020 to 2021, and a 4,523‑mile rise from 2022 to 2023, indicating periods of more intensive use followed by relatively light‑use intervals. A buyer should therefore focus on the rear suspension components flagged repeatedly – the corroded rear coil springs, sub‑frame mounting areas and lower suspension arm – as well as the rear brake pipe, which has been noted as corroded and greasy in every test since 2020; the binding of the off‑side front and near‑side rear service brakes, the parking brake efficiency, and any residual exhaust leak should be inspected, together with the structural integrity of the sub‑frame and any rust affecting chassis security. While the car passes each annual test, the persistent defects point to deferred rust prevention and brake maintenance, so a thorough in‑person examination of these areas, including a physical assessment of suspension bushes, coil spring condition, brake disc wear and the extent of any chassis corrosion, is essential before purchase.