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HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 11,054 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

96%

Total Tests (2024)

11,054

Avg Mileage

15,970 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HONDA brand average of 84%.

At 3 years old, 96% of HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 11,054 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,970 miles.

How does the 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars466th out of 3,373(top 14%)
Rank among all HONDA models45th out of 422(top 11%)
vs national average+14% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+4% (92% avg)
vs HONDA average+12% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT has 15,970 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT cost to run?

Fuel (Hybrid, 1498cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/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 EX I-MMD CVT by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202295%28115,577 mi
202196%11,05415,970 mi
202096%4,71518,582 mi

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About the 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT

The 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT is a small family car with a 1498cc hybrid engine. 11,054 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It ranks in the top 14% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 15,970 miles at 3 years old, HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT Fuel Costs

The 1498cc hybrid 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 hybrid prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid, real-world fuel costs will vary significantly depending on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT Reliability Trend

The HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. With 11,054 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2021 HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT

The HONDA JAZZ EX I-MMD CVT is actually the most reliable option among similar hybrid small family cars from this era. Here are comparable hybrid cars with similar engines: