Cupra Leon Vz2 Phev S-A
From 505 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 19 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 tyre seriously damaged | 19 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 11 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 10 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 10 |
| tyres on the same axle or on twin wheels are different sizes | 3 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 3 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| brake performance unable to be tested | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 20.6% of Leon Vz2 Phev S-A failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 49.2% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £109.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
Typical mileage
Half of all Leon Vz2 Phev S-As tested had between 17,382 and 30,821 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 23,272 median miles, the Leon Vz2 Phev S-A has 0.043 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Cupra Leon Vz2 Phev S-A MOT pass rate?
The Cupra Leon Vz2 Phev S-A has a 89.9% MOT pass rate based on 505 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Cupra Leon Vz2 Phev S-A?
The most common MOT failure on the Cupra Leon Vz2 Phev S-A is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 19 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage.
What is the typical mileage of a Cupra Leon Vz2 Phev S-A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Cupra Leon Vz2 Phev S-A is 23,272 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,382 and 30,821 miles.
Buying a used Leon 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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