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HONDA JAZZ (2011)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 32,464 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

84%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1339cc Petrol

Solid Option

84% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1339cc15 years old32,464 tests71k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1339cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Based on 1339cc

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

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

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Reliability Verdict

84% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 15 years old, 84% of HONDA JAZZs from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 32,464 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 70,557 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2011 cars214th of 615(top 35%)
Rank among HONDA models217th of 422(top 51%)
vs national average+2%(82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average+7%(77% avg)
vs HONDA average+0%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

70,557

Average miles

vs

111,000

Expected for age

The average 2011 HONDA JAZZ has 70,557 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2011 sits between the two at 84%.

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 2011 HONDA JAZZ

The 2011 HONDA JAZZ is a small family car with a 1339cc petrol engine. 32,464 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2011, the average MOT pass rate is 77%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 70,557 miles at 15 years old, HONDA JAZZ owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2011 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 2011 HONDA JAZZ?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% 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 2011 HONDA JAZZ

At 15 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 32,464 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2011 HONDA JAZZ's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

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