Honda E Advance (2021)
2021 Honda E Advance
CarHunch analysed 658 real MOT records for the 2021 Honda E Advance. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Honda e Advance passes its MOT first time in 89.4% of cases, well above the UK average of 80%, and only 6.8% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect—suggesting this model is genuinely reliable and safe. The electric powertrain eliminates many failure points that plague combustion engines, which explains both the strong pass rate and the low average of just 0.21 failures per vehicle.
At around 16,000 miles median for a three-year-old car, these vehicles are running at typical urban-focused mileage, and the average of 1.3 minor advisories per test indicates minor wear rather than systemic problems. If you're considering buying one, check the service history carefully—electric motors mask neglect until something major fails—but the numbers show the e is a solid, straightforward used buy.
What to check before buying a 2021 Honda E Advance
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (100%) | 656 | 89.4% | 0.21 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Honda E Advance vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 Honda E Advance vehicles fall between 10,771 and 22,387 miles.
MOT History Averages
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