2010 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · SW10 LLD

The most recent MOT, carried out on 11 March 2026, was passed but recorded a number of minor items and advisories, notably a damaged nearside front track‑rod dust‑cover, an off‑side front tyre approaching the legal wear limit and wear on the rear suspension bushes. Over the last four years the vehicle has alternated between passes and failures, with major failures recorded for off‑side rear brake pads, an off‑side front coil‑spring fracture and headlamp aim errors. The pattern suggests that while some faults have been rectified to achieve a pass, a number of wear‑related items are recurring and the overall maintenance trajectory is therefore mixed – improvements have been made but underlying age‑related deterioration remains. At 73 075 miles on a 2010 model the average annual usage is roughly 4 500 miles, well below the typical UK average for a car of this age. Such low utilisation often points to periods of prolonged inactivity, which can accelerate rubber perishing, battery sulphation and corrosion of suspension and chassis components. The modest mileage does not, however, eliminate wear on consumables that are time‑dependent, such as brake pads, brake hoses and tyre sidewalls, and the recorded mileage indicates that the vehicle has not been subjected to high‑stress, high‑kilometre wear but may have suffered from the effects of standing. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the front and rear suspension and steering assemblies. Inspect the front track‑rod ends, the front suspension arm bushes and the rear rear‑axle bushes for looseness, cracking or excessive play; any clunk or knock when the wheels are rocked or when the car is driven over bumps would confirm wear. The off‑side front coil‑spring that failed in 2023 should be examined for signs of fatigue or corrosion, and the front brake hose with a deteriorated ferrule should be checked for swelling or leaks, as a compromised hose can lead to reduced braking efficiency. The rear brake pads were already at the wear‑indicator level in 2026, so a full visual inspection of both front and rear pads and discs is essential – look for uneven disc surface, glazing or scoring, and feel for any pulsation or shudder under braking. The headlamp aim failures recorded in 2025 indicate that the alignment may still be out of tolerance; verify that both low‑beam and high‑beam patterns are correctly centred and that the fog lamp on the nearside operates. The tailgate outer handle is reported as seized, so test the latch mechanism for smooth operation, and examine the sub‑frame and rear axle for any surface rust that could be progressing beyond the advisory level. Given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, time‑based checks are as important as mileage‑based ones. Examine all tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or perishing, especially the off‑side front tyre that was previously noted as damaged; replace any tyre showing age‑related deterioration regardless of tread depth. Test the 12 V battery under load, as prolonged storage can reduce capacity and may lead to starting problems. Drain and replace the engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid if service stamps are absent or the last change predates the typical 12‑month interval, as fluid degradation can cause internal corrosion. Finally, request a full service history to confirm that regular oil changes, timing‑belt or chain service (if applicable) and suspension component replacements have been carried out, and be prepared to budget for replacement of the rear brake pads, front coil spring, brake hoses and tyres as part of any near‑term maintenance programme.