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Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) (2015-2019) reliability

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Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) built around 2018: about average at the MOT

Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) models built around 2018 fail their MOT a little less often than similar cars the same age.

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Key figure

10% of MOT tests on Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) models built around 2018 ended in a fail (retests included), against 14% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) models built around 2018 involves the tyres.

Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR)
excellent reliability2015-2019HatchbackPETROL / HYBRID ELECTRIC

Based on 102,303 tests of Jazz models registered 2015-2019.

About 1 in 150 Jazz Mk4 (GR) MOTs (0.8%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2018 (7 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 21,810 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 25 Jazz Mk4 (GR) MOTs (3.7%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2018 (7 years old).

Based on 21,810 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Mk4 (GR) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
6,0808.6%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
19,7709.1%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
21,81010.2%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
20,59211.3%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
20,24212.7%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
13,80914.3%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 10 years old.

How the Jazz Mk4 (GR) compares

At each age below, see how the Jazz Mk4 (GR) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 55,758 tests across 6 Honda models, built around 2018 (7 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateHonda average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
6,0808.6%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
19,7709.1%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
21,81010.2%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
20,59211.3%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
20,24212.7%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
13,80914.3%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other hatchbacks to compare

Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Jazz Mk4 (GR).

  1. 1

    Ford Ka

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    16.7%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94.3%

    No clear edge over the Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate, share still registered and recalls only.

    14,260 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  2. 2

    Abarth 595

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    18.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5%
    Dangerous
    5.6%
    Still registered at 10 years
    88.5%

    No clear edge over the Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) on these figures.

    4,000 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  3. 3

    Kia Rio

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    13.6%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.5%
    Dangerous
    4.6%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93.9%

    No clear edge over the Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) on these figures.

    7,421 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  4. 4

    Alfa Romeo Giulietta

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    17.4%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    2.8%
    Dangerous
    5.7%
    Still registered at 10 years
    92.6%

    No clear edge over the Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) on these figures.

    1,308 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

98%of all Honda Jazz cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · More than typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

31 recalls in all

4 of the 31 Jazz Mk4 (GR) recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 1 Critical
  • 3 more

Top concerns

  • Drivers airbag inflator may rupture if deployed
  • Vehicles may be equipped with a fuel pump module manufactured with low density impellars
  • Due to incorrect manufacturing the rear seat belt assembly webbing sensor could become inoperative

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

What has gone wrong on Jazz Mk4 (GR) cars built around 2018

The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 1,544 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
1%

Wear items

Tyres
14%
Brakes
8%
Lighting
2%

Fail rate by engine size, built around 2018 (7 years old)

Engine sizes across all petrol Jazz tests (not specific to Mk4 (GR)).

1.0 to 1.4 litres10.3%19,560 tests1.4 to 2.0 litres9.4%2,250 tests
How Jazz Mk4 (GR) cars have aged

How Jazz Mk4 (GR) cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%345678910Age at MOTBuilt around 2019, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 5.3% (13,284 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2019, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 6.8% (12,635 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2019, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 7.9% (12,312 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2019, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 9.1% (12,313 tests, 2025 data)2019Built around 2018, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 5.7% (16,323 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2018, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 6.9% (15,398 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2018, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 8.6% (15,109 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2018, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 9.8% (15,080 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2018, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 10.1% (14,839 tests, 2025 data)2018Built around 2017, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 7.2% (13,839 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2017, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 8.9% (13,579 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2017, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 9.0% (13,196 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2017, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 10.2% (13,108 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2017, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 11.2% (13,116 tests, 2025 data)2017Built around 2016, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 9.0% (14,076 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2016, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 9.2% (13,691 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2016, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 10.0% (13,499 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2016, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 11.2% (13,387 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2016, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 12.1% (13,380 tests, 2025 data)2016Built around 2015, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 10.0% (14,191 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2015, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 10.8% (13,904 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2015, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 12.1% (13,854 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2015, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 13.4% (13,780 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2015, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 14.3% (13,809 tests, 2025 data)2015
First registered around 2019First registered around 2018First registered around 2017First registered around 2016
How each part holds up as Mk4 (GR) cars age

How each part holds up as Mk4 (GR) cars age

The share of petrol cars built 2017-2020 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.

Part of the car5 years6 years7 years8 years
SuspensionNo figureNo figure1%1%
Brakes3%5%8%10%
Tyres6%10%14%15%
Lighting2%2%2%1%
Corrosion0%0%0%0%

Based on petrol cars in the 2017-2020 build-year band, from 386 to 1,544 cars at each age.

Mk4 (GR) variants compared
All generations of this modelPlenty of data

Most common issues on Honda Jazzes of this age

This list covers every Honda Jazz built around 2018, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk4 (GR) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    14.8%
    Advisory: 5,341Fail: 337 (6% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    11.1%
    Advisory: 2,777Fail: 436 (14% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    10.1%
    Advisory: 3,113Fail: 174 (5% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    3.8%
    Advisory: 1,065Fail: 14 (1% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords

    3.0%
    Advisory: 543Fail: 257 (32% of the times it was found)

Based on 21,810 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Honda Jazz Mk4 (GR) (2015-2019) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 21,810 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 102,303 MOT tests on Honda Jazzes first registered between 2015-2019. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.