2021 Honda Jazz EX I-MMD CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric · K22 MBE

This Honda Jazz presents a broadly reassuring mechanical picture, with its MOT history showing no structural corrosion, brake, suspension, or lighting failures across the available test record. The only blemish is a single dangerous failure recorded on 8 May 2026 for a windscreen wiper that did not clear the screen effectively, though the vehicle passed later on the same date once the defect was rectified, indicating a straightforward repair rather than a chronic issue. The 2024 test did flag advisory wear on both front tyres, with the nearside and offside items showing close-to-limit and edge wear, suggesting the front axle geometry or tyre pressures may merit attention. Overall, the trend is one of stable roadworthiness with isolated, easily resolved items rather than any pattern of deterioration. With 30,905 miles recorded over a five-year span, the vehicle accumulates roughly 6,181 miles annually, a rate consistent with average commuter or mixed-use driving rather than the harsher wear profile of high-mileage motorway work or conversely the pitfalls of long stationary periods. This is a hybrid i-MMD model, and its annual accumulation tends to suit the powertrain well, allowing regular cycling of the high-voltage battery and thermal management systems without imposing excessive thermal stress on the engine or transmission components. There are no unusual gaps or sudden mileage jumps in the testing cadence, suggesting continuous use rather than extended lay-up, which reduces the likelihood of stale brake fluid degradation or seized caliper pistons from prolonged immobility. For a prospective buyer, the principal physical items to inspect are those already flagged in the MOT record. The 2024 advisory on both front tyres being worn close to the legal limit and on the edges warrants a close look at current tyre condition and, more importantly, a check for any pull to one side under braking or uneven shoulder wear, which could point to worn front suspension linkages, droplinks, or top mounts rather than simple tyre ageing. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and broken tarmac, and pay particular attention to steering response and any vagueness through the wheel, as the Jazz is sensitive to front bush wear which can manifest as wandering on straight roads. Given the CVT transmission and hybrid system, confirm smooth and seamless power delivery under light throttle, and ensure the transition between electric and petrol drive is unobtrusive, as any shuddering or excessive engine revving on gentle inclines would warrant further investigation. Regarding the 2026 wiper failure, although clearly rectified on the same day, it is sensible to operate the front wipers across all speed settings during a viewing, including intermittent and fast modes, and check for streaking, smearing, or inconsistent contact across the swept area. The Jazz is also known for rear brake drum issues due to infrequent manual adjustment, so a firm handbrake test on an incline is advisable, and any grinding or pulling under light braking should prompt inspection of the rear drum assembly. Finally, given the relatively low mileage, verify that the hybrid system display shows expected battery state of charge cycling during a brief drive, and inspect the underbonnet area for any oil misting around the petrol engine, which can occasionally occur on i-MMD units as seals harden with age.