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Polestar 3 Common Problems, Faults & Repair Costs (2026)

Based on official DVSA MOT test data. View the most common MOT failure categories, pass rates, and estimated repair costs for the Polestar 3 (2024–present).

MOT Pass Rate

91.0%9.0% above national avg (82%)

Reliability rating: Excellent — based on approx. 500 tests

Dangerous Defects

0.70%

Low risk

Retest Rate

6.5%

of failed tests need a retest

Top MOT Failure Categories

1

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment

Est. repair: £40–£200

9.8%
2

Suspension

Est. repair: £120–£450

7.5%
3

Brakes

Est. repair: £100–£350

7.0%
4

Tyres

Est. repair: £50–£120 per tyre

8.2%
5

Exhaust, fuel and emissions

Est. repair: £40–£200

1.5%

Where Faults Occur

25.0%

Front

23.0%

Rear

17.0%

Offside

Mileage Benchmarks

At 3 years

N/A

At 5 years

N/A

At 10 years

N/A

Significantly higher or lower mileage than these benchmarks may indicate unusual usage patterns. Check the full MOT history for mileage consistency.

Is a Polestar 3 a Good Buy?

The Polestar 3 demonstrates above-average reliability based on MOT test data, with a 91.0% pass rate. This places it 9.0% above the national average, suggesting lower ongoing maintenance costs compared to many competitors.

While no car is without faults, lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues are the most common concern, affecting approximately 9.8% of failed tests. These tend to be relatively affordable to fix at £30–£150.

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Other Polestar Models

Polestar 2

89.8%

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment →

Polestar 4

91.5%

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment →

View all Polestar models

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common MOT faults on a Polestar 3?
The top MOT failure on the Polestar 3 is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, accounting for approximately 9.8% of all failures. Other common issues include suspension and brakes.
What is the Polestar 3 MOT pass rate?
The Polestar 3 has an estimated MOT pass rate of 91.0%, which is 9.0% above the national average of 82%. This rates the Polestar 3 as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
Is the Polestar 3 reliable?
Based on DVSA MOT data, the Polestar 3 has a excellent reliability record with a 91.0% pass rate. It has a dangerous defect rate of 0.70% and a retest rate of 6.5%.
How much does it cost to fix common Polestar 3 MOT failures?
Typical repair costs for Polestar 3 MOT failures range from £30–£200 for lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues to £120–£450 for suspension problems. Prices are estimates based on typical UK independent garage rates.
What mileage should a Polestar 3 have?
Based on MOT test data, the average Polestar 3 covers approximately N/A by 3 years, N/A by 5 years, and N/A by 10 years. Significantly higher or lower mileage may warrant closer inspection.
Should I buy a used Polestar 3?
The Polestar 3 is generally a solid choice based on MOT data. Check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before purchasing, paying particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues and mileage consistency.
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