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AO08 MVU

2008 Honda Jazz

Blue Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

83,628 mi
Last recorded83,628 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda Jazz52,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 MVU
MakeHonda
ModelJazz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 83,628 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 75,558 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 66,066 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 57,435 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 54,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm's rear pin or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

vehicle under corrosion

Fail 29 Jan 2022 54,221 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension arm's rear pin or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

vehicle under corrosion

Pass 20 Jan 2021 51,377 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 49,937 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 47,162 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 47,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2017 43,803 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 39,754 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 35,606 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 30,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 May 2013 24,790 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2013 24,790 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 19,105 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 13,644 miles

N/S/F tyre outer sidewall badly scuffed

Fail 10 May 2011 13,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

N/S/F tyre outer sidewall badly scuffed

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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AO08 MVU is a 2008 Honda Jazz in Blue with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Honda Jazz models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 52,883 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 AO08 MVU, 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 18 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 AO08 MVU registered?

AO08 MVU is a 2008 Honda Jazz, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AO08 MVU safe to buy?

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