How reliable is the Honda Jazz?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Honda Jazz passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Average reliability
Based on 56,057 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 74.9%.
Honda Jazz reliability by year
How the Honda Jazz performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 62.3% | – |
| 2003 | 64.3% | – |
| 2004 | 64.2% | – |
| 2005 | 63% | – |
| 2006 | 64.2% | – |
| 2007 | 64.6% | – |
| 2008 | 66.2% | – |
| 2009 | 74.9% | – |
| 2010 | 77.8% | – |
| 2011 | 82.5% | – |
| 2012 | 84.1% | – |
| 2013 | 86.7% | – |
| 2014 | 88.4% | – |
| 2015 | 90.1% | – |
| 2016 | 91.8% | – |
| 2017 | 92.7% | 43,923 km |
| 2018 | 93.3% | 39,944 km |
| 2019 | 95% | 37,417 km |
| 2020 | 96.1% | 39,823 km |
| 2021 | 88.8% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Honda Jazz as a model. The reliability of any individual Honda Jazz also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Honda Jazz reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Honda Jazz passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 75%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Honda Jazz?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.6% of inspections); The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (2.5% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (2.1% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (2.1% of inspections); The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.6% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Honda Jazz?
For a typical Honda Jazz, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Honda Jazz before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.