2020 Honda E Advance Electric · AP70 EES

Age-related tyre degradation is the defining story of this 2020 Honda E Advance, with all four tyres flagged as slightly damaged, cracking or perishing at the most recent test on 3 November 2025, which the car nonetheless passed. That advisory pattern is notable because the two preceding tests, in November 2023 and November 2024, were entirely clean with no defects recorded at all. The emergence of perishing on every corner simultaneously, rather than on a single wheel, points to environmental ageing of the rubber rather than localised damage from kerbing or alignment issues, and it is the only blemish across three recorded examinations. The overall trend is therefore stable in mechanical terms but with a clear, newly surfaced consumable concern that a buyer should treat as an imminent expense rather than a distant one. The recorded mileage of 23,239 miles over roughly six years equates to about 3,873 miles per year, well below the UK average, and the annual November test cadence shows consistent, gap-free use rather than any extended lay-up. Low annual accumulation on an electric vehicle like the Honda E means reduced wear on friction brakes, suspension bushes and drivetrain components, since regenerative braking already spares the discs and pads. However, light use is entirely consistent with the tyre advisories observed: tyres that are rarely worn down through mileage simply age out, with the compound hardening and cracking over time regardless of tread depth. The mileage pattern and the advisory content align neatly, and there is nothing in the record to suggest odometer irregularities or abrupt usage changes. For a prospective buyer, the immediate priority is a close physical inspection of all four tyres to establish how far the perishing has progressed since November 2025. Cracking in the sidewalls or between the tread blocks that has deepened could turn an advisory into a failure item, and budgeting for a full set of replacement tyres is prudent. On a test drive, listen for any droning or vibration that might indicate flat-spotting or uneven wear, and check that the car tracks straight without steering pull, which would suggest uneven tyre condition or alignment issues worth investigating. Beyond the tyres, the clean 2023 and 2024 results mean there are no recorded concerns with suspension components, brake lines, corrosion or emissions-related systems to investigate. Even so, given the low-mileage pattern, it is sensible to confirm the brake discs are free of heavy surface rust and that the pedal feel is consistent, as lightly used EVs can develop surface corrosion on discs that are rarely worked hard. Verify the 12V battery holds charge reliably and that all charging functions operate correctly, and request evidence of any software updates or recalls completed. Overall this is a short, consistent test history with one clearly identified, age-related consumable issue rather than any sign of structural or mechanical deterioration.