Honda Jazz MOT Failure Rate — 15+ Years Old

43.3%
MOT failure rate for 15+-year-old Honda Jazz vehicles
Based on 229,128 MOT tests
15.3pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 43.3% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (15+ Years)

Which parts of a 15+-year-old Honda Jazz are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 9.8%
Brakes 8.0%
Suspension 7.0%
Visibility 4.0%
Tyres 3.0%
Body & Chassis 3.0%
Steering 0.6%

How Does This Compare?

Honda Jazz MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 5.4% 58,699 Tyres
3-5 years 8.1% 203,689 Visibility
6-10 years 14.7% 368,047 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 30.4% 425,542 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 43.3% 229,128 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 15+ year old Honda Jazz reliable?

15+-year-old Honda Jazz vehicles have a 43.3% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking lamps & electrics.

What are the common MOT failures on a 15+ year old Honda Jazz?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 9.8% failure risk
  • Brakes — 8.0% failure risk
  • Suspension — 7.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Honda Jazz for its MOT?

For a 15+-year-old Honda Jazz, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Honda Jazz Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 15+-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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