2022 Honda Jazz EX I-MMD CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric · DY22 VFS

The 2022 Honda Jazz EX i-MMD CVT presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend based on its official DVSA MOT record. The most recent test, conducted on 12 June 2026 at 11,371 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean result follows an equally clean pass on 10 June 2025 at 5,270 miles. The absence of any advisories or failures across both tests indicates consistent mechanical integrity and suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets or exceeds the roadworthiness threshold. The trend is stable, with no emerging or recurring faults. The mileage pattern warrants closer scrutiny. Between the June 2025 test at 5,270 miles and the June 2026 test at 11,371 miles, the vehicle accumulated 6,101 miles in exactly one twelve-month period. This represents a notable jump compared to the average annual mileage of approximately 2,843 miles calculated over the vehicle's full four-year life. The bulk of the car's total mileage was condensed into its third year of use. A buyer should consider whether this reflects a change in ownership or usage pattern, as the earlier period suggests the vehicle may have stood idle for extended durations. Prolonged standing can lead to flat-spotted tyres, brake disc surface corrosion, and dried-out rubber components, none of which were flagged in the most recent test but remain worth verifying physically. Despite the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer should conduct a thorough in-person inspection focusing on areas not always fully assessed during a standard MOT. The i-MMD hybrid system relies on regenerative braking, which can lead to rear brake calipers and discs suffering from underuse and surface corrosion. A test drive should evaluate whether the rear brakes bind or pulse under light application. The front brake discs and pads, which handle the majority of hydraulic braking, should be measured for wear given the 6,000-mile surge in the past year. Suspension components, particularly the front lower arm bushes and rear beam bushings, should be inspected for perishing, as low annual mileage does not preclude rubber deterioration from age and environmental exposure. Tyre condition deserves particular attention. The vehicle sat for long periods early in its life, and uneven wear or sidewall cracking could develop without triggering an MOT failure until tread depth drops below the 1.6mm legal minimum. Check the date codes on all four tyres to confirm they are not aged beyond six years. The exhaust system and underbody should be inspected for corrosion, as short-trip driving and standing periods can trap moisture in the exhaust and around suspension mounting points. The MOT record is clean, but it captures a snapshot. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician remains the most reliable way to confirm that this Jazz's mechanical condition matches its paper history.