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VA61 DSZ

2012 Honda Jazz

Brown Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

87,969 mi
Last recorded87,969 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Honda Jazz41,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA61 DSZ
MakeHonda
ModelJazz
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 87,969 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 87,969 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 83,588 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 75,580 miles

Offside Front wiper blade spilt

Pass 24 Jan 2022 66,616 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 57,635 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 51,293 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 51,293 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2019 42,660 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 34,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 28,063 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 21,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 16,405 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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VA61 DSZ is a 2012 Honda Jazz in Brown with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VA61 DSZ, 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 VA61 DSZ registered?

VA61 DSZ is a 2012 Honda Jazz, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is VA61 DSZ safe to buy?

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