Polestar common problems and MOT failures
From 8,761 MOT tests in 2024, 9.1% of Polestar vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Polestar MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | tyre seriously damaged | 352 |
| 2 | tyre cords visible or damaged | 214 |
| 3 | tyre tread depth outside legal limits | 84 |
| 4 | an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 35 |
| 5 | transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 26 |
| 6 | windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 19 |
| 7 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 19 |
| 8 | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 19 |
| 9 | wiper blade defective | 15 |
| 10 | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 15 |
What this means if you're buying a Polestar
The single most common MOT failure for Polestar is tyre seriously damaged, accounting for 44% of all failure items. A set of new tyres typically costs £200–£500 depending on size.
These figures are from real MOT inspections. They show what testers actually find wrong with Polestar vehicles. If you're viewing a used Polestar, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Polestar models by MOT pass rate
Lowest pass rates first. These models have the most testable issues.
| Model | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Polestar 2 Pilot Plus Ev Awd | 5,129 | 90.6% |
| Polestar 2 Ev Fwd | 1,485 | 90.6% |
| Polestar 2 Plus Ev Awd | 578 | 91% |
| Polestar 2 Plus Ev Fwd | 1,064 | 92.5% |
Buying a specific Polestar? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.
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