2009 Honda Jazz 1.3L Petrol · YY09 FJC

A remarkably clean MOT record defines this 17-year-old Honda Jazz, with the most recent test on 28 October 2025 returning a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. Across the five documented tests spanning April 2023 to October 2025, the vehicle has demonstrated consistent roadworthiness, with only a single anomalous entry: a fail on 15 April 2024 with no defects recorded, almost immediately followed by a pass just five days later on 20 April 2024. That sequence strongly suggests a minor rectification such as a bulb replacement or an administrative issue rather than any meaningful mechanical defect, as a genuine safety or emissions failure would have generated recorded reasons. Overall, the trend is stable and reassuring, with no advisories surfacing over a continuous three-year testing window, indicating the structure, running gear, and emissions systems remain within acceptable limits. The recorded mileage of 73,461 miles against a 2009 registration equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 4,300 miles, which is notably low for a car of this age. A vehicle covering this modest distance per year typically experiences reduced wear on major drivetrain and undercarriage components, though very low annual mileage can also bring its own concerns such as prolonged periods of standing, which can affect rubber components, brake hydraulics, and battery condition. The testing history shows continuity from April 2023 through to October 2025 with no multi-year gaps, suggesting the car has remained in active use and on the road rather than being laid up for extended periods, which is a positive indicator against the drying-out and perishing issues that affect low-mileage cars left dormant. Given the absence of any recorded advisories relating to suspension, braking, corrosion, or exhaust components, the buyer should concentrate inspection efforts on confirming that the clean record reflects genuine condition rather than just infrequent MOT testing. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly as the Jazz is known for wear in the front anti-roll bar bushes and lower arm compliance bushes, and feel for any vagueness in the steering or wandering on a straight road that could indicate worn tie bar ends. Brake pedal feel should be firm and progressive without excessive travel, and the car should pull up in a straight line without judder through the pedal, which would point to warped front discs, an item worth checking visually at the wheels given the car's age even if not flagged on the MOT. Also examine the underside and inner arches carefully for any surface corrosion beginning to take hold around the rear axle, subframe mounting points, and along the floor pan, as the MOT record provides no direct commentary on structural condition beyond current pass thresholds, and Jazz floor pans can show early rust in salt-affected regions. Check for any oil residue beneath the engine bay, particularly around the valve cover gasket and sump, as these are typical weeps on higher-hour Honda i-VTEC units. Inspect all tyres for even tread wear across the axle, as uneven wear can reveal alignment or suspension issues not yet serious enough to flag at test. Finally, confirm that the cooling system, radiator, and heater matrix are free from leaks and that the CV joint gaiters are intact, as these are routine age-related items that would not necessarily surface in MOT data but warrant close attention on a Jazz approaching its eighteenth year.