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542 MPG

2008 Honda Jazz

Grey Petrol 1339cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

28,162 mi
Last recorded28,162 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Honda Jazz52,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration542 MPG
MakeHonda
ModelJazz
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 28,162 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2024 27,631 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2023 27,145 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 26,639 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 26,167 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 25,823 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 24,319 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 22,920 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 21,075 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 19,054 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 15,576 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 15,576 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 14,063 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 11,975 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 9,843 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 6,920 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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542 MPG is a 2008 Honda Jazz in Grey with a 1,339cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 542 MPG, 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.

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542 MPG is a 2008 Honda Jazz, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is 542 MPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 542 MPG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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