2004 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · YY04 PFX

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of recurring reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 104,427 miles passed, it revealed general underbody corrosion and a minor exhaust leak, alongside a damaged windscreen. This follows a volatile period between 2023 and 2024 where the car failed tests for critical braking and suspension components, indicating that faults are only addressed once a failure occurs. The mileage profile is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,747 miles per year. This low usage is evidenced by the significant gaps between tests, such as the jump from 67,791 miles in December 2021 to 83,523 miles in December 2022. However, the low mileage appears to coincide with age-related degradation, specifically the perishing of rear tyres noted in late 2022 and corrosion on seat belt anchorages identified in 2021. A buyer must carefully inspect the underbody for structural integrity, as the record shows a persistent history of corrosion affecting brake pipes, seat anchor points, and rear axle bushes. The front suspension is a known weak point, with worn anti-roll bar linkages, suspension arm bushes, and strut tops appearing repeatedly between 2021 and 2024. Furthermore, the hydraulic failure at the nearside rear brake pipe in late 2023 necessitates a thorough check of the entire braking system to ensure no further leaks or thinning metal remain.