2022 Honda Jazz SE I-MMD CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · SC72 KFG

The most recent DVSA MOT test recorded for this 2022 Honda Jazz SE I-MMD CVT was conducted on 26 August 2026, at which point the vehicle passed with no defects or advisories noted on the pass certificate. However, the same date also carries a failed test entry accompanied by a dangerous defect on the offside front tyre, where tread depth was recorded as below the statutory 1.6mm minimum requirement under section 5.2.3 (e) of the inspection manual. An advisory was additionally raised on the nearside front tyre for being worn close to the legal limit and presenting with outer edge wear. The failure appears to have been addressed and rectified prior to the recorded pass on the same date, and the previous test from 20 October 2025 returned a clean pass with no advisories. The maintenance trend is therefore best described as broadly stable, with the single issue relating to tyre condition rather than any underlying mechanical or structural concern; this is a common finding and does not indicate a systemic deterioration in the vehicle's upkeep. With just 5,810 miles recorded against an age of approximately four years, this Jazz has covered only around 1,452 miles annually, which is substantially below the typical usage pattern for a car of this type and is more consistent with low weekend use, short urban journeys, or extended periods of standing. Low annual mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain components such as the engine, transmission, and clutch (though this model is a CVT, which eliminates clutch wear), but it can conversely accelerate certain age-related degradations. Tyre wear may be uneven due to low mileage because the vehicle is frequently subjected to short trips and tight manoeuvres rather than sustained high-speed running that evenly distributes wear across the tread surface. Given the predominance of short trips and likely extended standing periods, particular attention should be paid during a physical inspection to the condition of the tyres beyond simple tread depth measurement. Low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from sidewall perishing and cracking from age rather than wear, and tyres fitted to a four-year-old car should ideally have been replaced regardless of remaining tread due to the degradation of the rubber compound. The 12V battery is also a known concern on cars that are not regularly driven, with sulphation and loss of cranking performance being common; a battery health check or evidence of recent replacement would be reassuring. Brake discs and calipers can seize or corrode through disuse, so it is advisable to confirm that the calipers release cleanly and that the discs present with a smooth, even surface free from severe pitting or lipping, which may manifest as vibration or grinding under braking on a test drive. Fluid servicing intervals on a low-mileage vehicle should be observed on a calendar basis rather than purely by odometer reading, and confirmation should be sought that the engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, and brake fluid have been renewed in line with Honda's time-based recommendations. The hybrid system specific to the I-MMD powertrain, including the high-voltage battery pack and associated cooling system, should also be verified as functioning correctly with no warning lights present on the dashboard. On a test drive, listen for any suspension clunks or knocks that may indicate perished bushes or weak coil springs from standing, and observe whether the vehicle tracks straight without pulling, which would confirm correct wheel alignment following the recent tyre replacement. Confirming a full service history and verifying that all dashboard systems operate without warning indications will complete a thorough assessment of what is otherwise a lightly used, mechanically sound example.