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Honda Jazz S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Jazz S reliable? We analysed 3,968 real MOT tests across 915 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,968 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.3%
Typical Mileage
91,094mi
Annual Mileage
4,380mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Honda Jazz S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Jazz S.

Specifications

Honda Jazz S — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Honda Jazz S — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1246cc
Engine
76bhp
Power
12sec
0–62 mph
51.4mpg
Combined
129g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1246cc
Power
76 BHP
0–62 mph
12 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Silver
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
51.4 mpg
Urban
41.5 mpg
Extra-urban
60.1 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1642

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
129 g/km Band D
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£125
Road tax (6 mo.)
£68.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Honda Jazz S record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Honda Jazz S Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Jazz S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Jazz S Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Jazz S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,476 mi/yr
Typical
4,380 mi/yr
Average
5,203 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,889 mi/yr

Honda Jazz S Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Jazz S MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
91,094 mi
75th Percentile
111,864 mi
95th Percentile
145,853 mi
Max Recorded
697,090 mi

How Does the Honda Jazz S Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Jazz S THIS CAR 78.3% 3,968 91,094 mi — yrs
Honda Civic 73.7% 9,391,580 74,987 mi 34 yrs
Honda Jazz 81% 5,740,892 48,635 mi 24 yrs
Honda Cr-v 78.5% 4,177,643 80,499 mi 29 yrs
Lincoln Town Car Auto 72.1% 7,129 123,648 mi 31 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Jazz S sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Jazz S?

The Honda Jazz S has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.3% across 3,968 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Honda Jazz S owner drives around 4,380 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Honda Jazz S — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Jazz S reliable?
Based on 3,968 MOT tests, the Honda Jazz S has a 78.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Jazz S?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Honda Jazz S do per year?
The typical Honda Jazz S does around 4,380 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Jazz S last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Jazz S?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.