2022 Honda HR-V Advance Style I-MMD CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · J3 DHR

A broadly clean DVSA record defines the roadworthiness picture of this 2022 Honda HR-V, with the only blemishes being minor cosmetic and tyre advisories rather than any structural or mechanical failure. Both recorded tests resulted in passes, and across the two examinations no component has been flagged for corrosion, fluid leaks, brake wear, suspension degradation, or exhaust defects. The most recent test on 22 December 2025 recorded a pass alongside an offside front windscreen damage item that the examiner deemed not adverse to the driver's view, together with perishing advisories on both rear tyres. This represents a stable, if very lightly soiled, pattern rather than any sign of deterioration, but the dual rear-tyre advisory is worth addressing before the next test. With 29,651 miles spread across roughly four years of age, this HR-V has been driven at approximately 7,413 miles annually, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a privately operated crossover of this class. There are no extended gaps between MOT tests and no evidence of long stationary periods, so the drivetrain, hybrid system, brake components, and underbody have all been regularly worked. At this mileage the wear items typically beginning to surface on a CVT-equipped hybrid of this generation include brake discs and pads (front in particular, given regenerative braking tends to keep rear wear low), the 12V auxiliary battery, and cabin filtration, though none of these have yet produced advisories. For a prospective buyer, the windscreen damage noted in December 2025 should be physically inspected to confirm it remains a small chip rather than a propagating crack, particularly given temperature changes as winter progresses. The twin rear-tyre perishing advisories mean both should be examined for sidewall crazing, cracking around the shoulder, and tread depth across the full width rather than just the central grooves; uneven ageing on matching axle tyres can sometimes indicate infrequent rotation. Any visible ply separation or bulging on the sidewalls would warrant immediate replacement regardless of remaining tread. On a road test, the hybrid i-MMD powertrain should be assessed for smooth transition between electric and petrol modes, as any shudder or excessive engine revving during light throttle may indicate battery or inverter concerns. The CVT transmission should feel seamless under acceleration, free from any slipping or rubber-band effect. Steering response should be precise without drift or vibration through the wheel, which would point to balancing or suspension geometry issues, and the car should track straight under braking without pedal judder that could suggest warped front discs. Listen for any clonks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as worn compliance bushes or top mounts can develop silently on lightly used urban vehicles.