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AF05 VBY

2005 Honda Jazz

Blue Petrol 1246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

22,922 mi
Last recorded22,922 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda Jazz60,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 VBY
MakeHonda
ModelJazz
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,246cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 22,922 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 22,068 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 22,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 21,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 20,285 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 20,283 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 19,358 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 18,485 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 18,485 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 17,666 miles

All tyres deteriorated

Pass 15 Feb 2019 16,598 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 15,429 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 14,287 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 13,091 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 11,930 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 10,717 miles

all tyres are deteriorated and cracked

Pass 15 Feb 2013 9,633 miles

front tyres perishing

Pass 16 Feb 2012 8,502 miles

front tyres starting to perish

Pass 14 Feb 2011 7,412 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 7,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 6,203 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 4,955 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 3,628 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Jazz?

Based on 5,740,892 MOT tests across 402,952 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
4,421
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
402,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 57,414
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 48,756
Brake pipe excessively corroded 48,565
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38,821
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 30,979
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AF05 VBY is a 2005 Honda Jazz in Blue with a 1,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Honda Jazz models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 60,676 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Jazz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 57,414 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF05 VBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Jazz typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Jazz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF05 VBY registered?

AF05 VBY is a 2005 Honda Jazz, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AF05 VBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 VBY shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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