Problematic Honda Jazz - repair or sell? | Ask Honest John

What is life like with your car? Let us know and win £500 in John Lewis vouchers | No thanks

Problematic Honda Jazz - repair or sell?

My Honda Jazz had a new clutch two months ago (£800) and has now developed problems with the throttle body, which will cost £550 to fix. It is 2005 model and has 105,000 miles on the clock. Should I keep paying for the repairs, or get something else?

Asked on 26 August 2016 by ABH

Answered by Honest John

If the problem is dirt in the throttle body, try a fuel system cleaning additive and run it exclusively on Shell V-Power Nitro Plus. That might 'fix' it. Are you sure the problem isn't the mass airflow sensor in the throttle body?

Tags: technical issues buying and selling reliability

Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:

Similar questions

Should I get a hybrid car or an EU6 diesel?

I'm looking at replacing my Honda FR-V with a Lexus NX or Land Rover Discovery Sport. My heart is with Land Rover, but build quality seems to be an issue and I worry at the potential lifespan of diesels...

Should I get diesel, petrol or hybrid for my next car?

I currently own a 2015 Renault Kadjar 1.5 diesel. We bought the car due to its ability to carry large loads, comfort on long journeys and fuel economy. It's been brilliant. I'm now considering changing...

What's the most reliable car over the past 10 years?

Related models