2011 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · WV11 PZB

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward more reactive repairs rather than preventative upkeep. The most recent test in October 2025 at 74,143 miles resulted in a failure due to incorrect headlamp aim and deteriorated lens surfaces. While the vehicle passed upon retest, the tester flagged advisories for severely deteriorated anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers and a pitted offside rear brake disc. These issues indicate that components are beginning to reach the end of their functional life despite the low overall mileage. At 74,143 miles, this 15-year-old Honda Jazz covered an average of approximately 5,000 miles per year. The history reflects this consistent low-usage pattern, with long stretches of clean records between 2017 and 2021. However, low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. The gap of roughly 5,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests infrequent annual use, which can lead to the corrosion and pitting seen on the brake hardware. A buyer should inspect the front suspension closely, as the recurring presence of deteriorated ball joint dust covers suggests the anti-roll bar links may require imminent replacement. The record also shows a history of misting rear shock absorbers dating back to 2016; these should be checked for active leaks that would indicate the damping seal has failed. Additionally, the frequent flagging of thin brake pads in 2022 and 2023 indicates that the owner only replaces components when they approach failure. Ensure that the pitted offside rear disc noted in 2025 is inspected for replacement to prevent further damage to new brake pads.