2008 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · WN58 GZC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding surface corrosion and electrical neglect. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 100,229 miles passed, it followed a failure just one week prior due to multiple defects. The transition of the offside rear brake pipe from merely corroded in 2024 to excessively corroded in 2025 suggests that the braking system components are deteriorating at a rate that requires immediate preventative replacement. At 18 years old, the recorded 100,229 miles is low, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows a consistent pattern of low usage, with only 3,900 miles driven between July 2023 and August 2024, and another 4,000 miles between August 2024 and August 2025. However, low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components and metal, evidenced by the recurring issues with suspension mounting areas and brake pipe corrosion despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the chassis and brake lines. The tester repeatedly flagged corrosion on the nearside and offside rear suspension component mounting areas; while these were not considered excessive in 2025, they are critical points for structural integrity that must be monitored for thinning. The ABS warning lamp recorded in 2024 also needs verification to ensure the fault was properly rectified and is not a recurring electronic failure. Electrical attention is also required for the lighting system. Multiple failures of the side repeater, registration plate lamp, and position lamps indicate a lack of basic upkeep. The uneven tyre wear noted on the nearside rear in 2024 suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes which should be checked to prevent premature replacement of any new tyres.