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AK61 RZU

2012 Honda Jazz

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,445 mi
Last recorded159,445 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Jazz41,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 RZU
MakeHonda
ModelJazz
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 159,445 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front and rear under trays fitted.

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen small chips zone B.

Pass 9 Jan 2025 149,063 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted.

Windscreen small chip zone B.

Pass 1 Feb 2024 139,834 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted.

Windscreen small chip zone B.

Pass 30 Jan 2023 129,915 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted.

Pass 18 Jan 2022 119,328 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted.

Fail 18 Jan 2022 119,328 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted.

Pass 15 Jan 2021 108,593 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted.

Pass 13 Jan 2020 98,341 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted.

Pass 18 Jan 2019 83,030 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted.

Windscreen has a small chip zone B.

Pass 22 Jan 2018 72,350 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 58,180 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread slightly (6.3.1d)

Under trays fitted.

Pass 23 Jan 2016 46,731 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Jan 2016 46,731 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 35,129 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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AK61 RZU is a 2012 Honda Jazz in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Honda Jazz models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 41,291 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK61 RZU, 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 14 years old, this Honda Jazz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 RZU registered?

AK61 RZU is a 2012 Honda Jazz, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is AK61 RZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 RZU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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