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HONDA JAZZ (2003)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 10,719 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

71%

Total Tests (2024)

10,719

Avg Mileage

98,430 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,722

Is the 2003 HONDA JAZZ reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 11 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the HONDA brand average of 84%.

At 21 years old, 71% of HONDA JAZZs from 2003 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 10,719 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 98,430 miles.

How does the 2003 HONDA JAZZ compare?

Rank among all 2003 cars265th out of 445(top 60%)
Rank among all HONDA models363th out of 422(top 86%)
vs national average-11% (82% avg)
vs 2003 cars average-1% (72% avg)
vs HONDA average-13% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2003 HONDA JAZZ has 98,430 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 155,400 miles for a 21-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Best year to buy a HONDA JAZZ?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2003 sits between the two at 71%.

How much does a 2003 HONDA JAZZ cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1339cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,722
Per month£144/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

HONDA JAZZ by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202193%16438,579 mi
202095%8,00419,772 mi
201995%26,45723,767 mi
201893%31,08730,011 mi
201792%27,05033,929 mi
201692%28,01938,899 mi
201590%26,83044,395 mi
201489%30,36051,536 mi
201388%34,03358,323 mi
201285%34,34064,281 mi
201184%32,46470,557 mi
201081%35,68878,887 mi
200978%39,62683,001 mi
200873%36,70184,276 mi
200772%37,08887,494 mi
200671%35,05489,827 mi
200570%28,65095,879 mi
200470%19,57196,362 mi
200371%10,71998,430 mi
200269%4,824101,330 mi

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About the 2003 HONDA JAZZ

The 2003 HONDA JAZZ is a small family car with a 1339cc petrol engine. 10,719 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2003, the average MOT pass rate is 72%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 98,430 miles at 21 years old, HONDA JAZZ owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2003 HONDA JAZZ Fuel Costs

The 1339cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2003 HONDA JAZZ?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,722 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 71% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

HONDA JAZZ Reliability Trend

Newer HONDA JAZZs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 17 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2003 HONDA JAZZ

At 21 years old, the HONDA JAZZ is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 95%. With 10,719 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2003 HONDA JAZZ

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: