Is the 2020 HONDA JAZZ reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of HONDA JAZZs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 8,004 tests. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%.

How much does a 2020 HONDA JAZZ cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,587 (£132/month), including £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 HONDA JAZZ?

The 2020 HONDA JAZZ has a 95% MOT pass rate based on 8,004 tests in 2026. This ranks 433 out of 2596 cars from 2020.

Which year HONDA JAZZ is most reliable?

The 2019 HONDA JAZZ has the highest MOT pass rate at 95%. The least reliable year is 2002 at 69%.

HONDA JAZZ (2020)

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2020 HONDA JAZZ?

The average mileage for a 2020 HONDA JAZZ is 19,772 miles, which is significantly below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 8,004 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,587

£132/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1318cc Petrol

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £1587/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1318cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,587

Per month£132/mo

Per week£31/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

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HONDA brand average of 84%.

At 6 years old, 95% of HONDA JAZZs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 8,004 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 19,772 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars433th of 2,596(top 17%)

Rank among HONDA models58th of 422(top 14%)

vs national average+13%(82% avg)

vs 2020 cars average+3%(92% avg)

vs HONDA average+11%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

19,772

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 HONDA JAZZ has 19,772 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

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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 2020 sits between the two at 95%.

HONDA JAZZ by Year

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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About the 2020 HONDA JAZZ

The 2020 HONDA JAZZ is a small family car with a 1318cc petrol engine. 8,004 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 17% of all 2020 cars for reliability.

With an average of 19,772 miles at 6 years old, HONDA JAZZ owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.

2020 HONDA JAZZ Fuel Costs

The 1318cc 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 2020 HONDA JAZZ?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,587 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

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 2020 HONDA JAZZ

At 6 years old, the HONDA JAZZ offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 95%. With 8,004 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2020 HONDA JAZZ's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 HONDA JAZZ stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
HONDA JAZZ(2020)	95%	£1137	£195	Grp 8-20	£1587
FORD FIESTA(2018)	90%	£955	£190	Grp 1-8	£1400-£187
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)	92%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582-£5
VAUXHALL CORSA(2018)	85%	£1137	£190	Grp 8-20	£1732+£145
NISSAN QASHQAI(2018)	87%	£955	£190	Grp 5-15	£1550-£37

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.