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BG53 AFJ

2003 Honda Jazz

Blue Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,571 mi
Last recorded122,571 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda Jazz63,333 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 AFJ
MakeHonda
ModelJazz
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 122,571 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear suspension coroded in general

underside in general is coroded

Pass 4 Mar 2025 119,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside in general is coroded

Pass 13 Feb 2024 116,284 miles

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

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

rear suspension is coroded

Pass 28 Feb 2023 113,218 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 110,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 106,640 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 104,284 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 101,013 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 101,013 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 97,453 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 97,453 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 93,844 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 89,949 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 85,618 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 80,609 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 80,609 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 78,583 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 75,016 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 75,016 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 68,798 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 62,919 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 54,161 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 47,556 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 33,515 miles

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

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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BG53 AFJ is a 2003 Honda Jazz in Blue with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda Jazz models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 63,333 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 BG53 AFJ, 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 23 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 BG53 AFJ registered?

BG53 AFJ is a 2003 Honda Jazz, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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