Cupra Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A
From 647 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, caused 11 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 11 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 11 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 6 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 4 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 3 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured and affecting the driver's view of the road or of an obligatory external mirror | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| a seat belt webbing or flexible stalk significantly stretched or weakened | 2 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 26% of Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 38% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £110.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89% | a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Formentor Vz2 Phev S-As tested had between 21,192 and 46,335 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,019 median miles, the Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A has 0.038 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Cupra models
Common questions
What is the Cupra Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A MOT pass rate?
The Cupra Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A has a 89% MOT pass rate based on 647 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Cupra Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A?
The most common MOT failure on the Cupra Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A is a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Cupra Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Cupra Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A is 29,019 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 21,192 and 46,335 miles.
Buying a used Formentor Vz2 Phev S-A?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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