Honda Jazz SE (2004)
2004 Honda Jazz SE
CarHunch analysed 146 real MOT records for the 2004 Honda Jazz SE. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2004 Honda Jazz SE has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 51%, well below the UK average of 80%, which signals that these cars are reaching an age where mechanical issues are common and widespread. The good news is that none of the 146 vehicles analysed have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so while repairs are needed, safety-critical failures aren't the problem here.
These Jazzes are averaging over 107,000 miles, which is typical for their age, and the 0.65 average failures per vehicle tells us that wear-and-tear problems—suspension, exhaust, minor engine components—are the real issue rather than anything catastrophic. If you're considering one, budget for a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic who knows Hondas, and expect to tackle at least one or two non-urgent repairs within the first year of ownership.
What to check before buying a 2004 Honda Jazz SE
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (64%) | 94 | 79.2% | 1.01 |
| Petrol (36%) | 52 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Honda Jazz SE vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2004 Honda Jazz SE vehicles fall between 80,336 and 124,928 miles.
2004 Honda Jazz SE — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 18 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (21% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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