High-confidence used car comparison
Toyota Yaris vs Honda Jazz: reliability and MOT problems
Honda Jazz has the lower MOT failure rate in this comparison: 16.4% versus 17.4% for the Toyota Yaris, based on 915,666 combined UK MOT tests. A difference of 1.0% is useful as a signal, but the exact car's MOT history and repair evidence still matter most.
Statistics are built from DVSA MOT tests carried out in calendar year 2023, plus official recall records and MOT fault wording data. Report index generated 2026-05-09.
| Model | MOT failure rate | Tests | Vehicles | Median tested mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Yaris | 17.4% | 527,880 tests | 427,207 vehicles | 60,260 miles |
| Honda Jazz | 16.4% | 387,786 tests | 323,846 vehicles | 57,978 miles |
Best starting point
Honda Jazz has the lower recorded MOT failure rate in this pair.
Check before buying
Open both model reports and compare repeat advisories, mileage-band failure rates, recalls, tyres, brakes, suspension, warning lights, and corrosion history.