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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A. Check any Formentor V1 PHEV S-A by registration number below.

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94.4%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.0%

vs Cupra Avg

22

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A — MOT Reliability Overview

The Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A has an average MOT pass rate of 94.4%, which is 2.0 percentage points above the Cupra brand average of 92.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Formentor V1 PHEV S-A is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your Formentor V1 PHEV S-A for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 57 vehicles

91.2%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

7.0%

Mileage at 3yr

55k mi

2022

Based on 33 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

33k mi

2022

Based on 70 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

57k mi

2022

Based on 183 vehicles

95.6%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

6.6%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

2022

Based on 55 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

18.6%

Mileage at 3yr

46k mi

2022

Based on 101 vehicles

97.0%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

3.0%

Mileage at 3yr

30k mi

2022

Based on 41 vehicles

95.1%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

2.5%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

2021

Based on 1,978 vehicles

92.2%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

11.4%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

2021

Based on 1,244 vehicles

93.1%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

7.6%

Mileage at 3yr

41k mi

2021

Based on 855 vehicles

92.7%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

8.7%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

2021

Based on 2,144 vehicles

93.4%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

8.0%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

2021

Based on 31 vehicles

93.5%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

6.5%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

2021

Based on 1,612 vehicles

94.2%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

7.2%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

2021

Based on 572 vehicles

92.3%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

8.9%

Mileage at 3yr

54k mi

2021

Based on 1,401 vehicles

90.7%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

9.9%

Mileage at 3yr

51k mi

2021

Based on 427 vehicles

95.1%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

3.3%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

2021

Based on 203 vehicles

96.6%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.9%

Mileage at 3yr

41k mi

2021

Based on 142 vehicles

95.1%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

5.1%

Mileage at 3yr

39k mi

2021

Based on 452 vehicles

93.6%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

7.3%

Mileage at 3yr

47k mi

2021

Based on 788 vehicles

93.0%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

6.6%

Mileage at 3yr

57k mi

2020

Based on 128 vehicles

97.7%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

2.1%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

2020

Based on 235 vehicles

92.8%Excellent
Cupra average: 92.3%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

13.5%

Mileage at 3yr

33k mi

Top MOT Failures — Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A

The most common reasons a Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.6%
2

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

1.6%
3

A tyre seriously damaged

1.3%
4

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.3%
5

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

1.2%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

3.5%

Front Nearside

3.5%

Front Offside

1.8%

Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A?
The average MOT pass rate for the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A is 94.4% compared to the Cupra average of 92.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A?
The most common MOT failures on the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.6%), A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage (1.6%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 94.4%, the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A?
Typical mileage for the Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A: 55,284 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Formentor V1 PHEV S-A to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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