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VU12 KLJ

2012 Honda Jazz

Silver Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,198 mi
Last recorded112,198 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Jazz41,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 KLJ
MakeHonda
ModelJazz
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 112,198 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 112,198 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 104,158 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 98,958 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 79,325 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 79,325 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 68,789 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2022 68,789 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 60,093 miles

tyres

Pass 24 Apr 2020 52,425 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Apr 2020 52,425 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Apr 2019 41,375 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2019 41,375 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 33,034 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 33,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,246 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 22,644 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 14,764 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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VU12 KLJ is a 2012 Honda Jazz in Silver with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VU12 KLJ, 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 VU12 KLJ registered?

VU12 KLJ is a 2012 Honda Jazz, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is VU12 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 KLJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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