Honda Jazz
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 20 years from 526,729 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
83%
Total Tests
526,729
Best Year
2019 (95%)
Years Covered
20
About the Honda Jazz
The Honda Jazz has been tested 526,729 times in 2026 MOT data across 20 model years (2002 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 83%. That's slightly above the national average of 82%. Available as petrol and FC.
Best and Worst Years
The 2019 model is the most reliable with a 95% pass rate from 26,457 tests. The 2002 model has the lowest at 69%. With a 26 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer HONDA JAZZs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 17 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2002) averages 101,330 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 38,579 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2021 detailsHow reliable is the Honda Jazz?
Honda Jazz by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 93% | 164 | 38,579 mi | |
| 2020 | 95% | 8,004 | 19,772 mi | |
| 2019 | 95% | 26,457 | 23,767 mi | |
| 2018 | 93% | 31,087 | 30,011 mi | |
| 2017 | 92% | 27,050 | 33,929 mi | |
| 2016 | 92% | 28,019 | 38,899 mi | |
| 2015 | 90% | 26,830 | 44,395 mi | |
| 2014 | 89% | 30,360 | 51,536 mi | |
| 2013 | 88% | 34,033 | 58,323 mi | |
| 2012 | 85% | 34,340 | 64,281 mi | |
| 2011 | 84% | 32,464 | 70,557 mi | |
| 2010 | 81% | 35,688 | 78,887 mi | |
| 2009 | 78% | 39,626 | 83,001 mi | |
| 2008 | 73% | 36,701 | 84,276 mi | |
| 2007 | 72% | 37,088 | 87,494 mi | |
| 2006 | 71% | 35,054 | 89,827 mi | |
| 2005 | 70% | 28,650 | 95,879 mi | |
| 2004 | 70% | 19,571 | 96,362 mi | |
| 2003 | 71% | 10,719 | 98,430 mi | |
| 2002 | 69% | 4,824 | 101,330 mi |
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