Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A. Check any Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A by registration number below.

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84.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.7%

vs Cupra Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A — MOT Reliability Overview

The Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A has an average MOT pass rate of 84.6%, which is 7.7 percentage points below the Cupra brand average of 92.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Leon VZ3 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 Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Leon VZ3 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 Leon VZ3 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 Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 125 vehicles

80.0%Good

Cupra average: 92.3%

Dangerous Defects

7.2%

Retest Rate

18.4%

Mileage at 3yr

61k mi

2021

Based on 174 vehicles

83.9%Good

Cupra average: 92.3%

Dangerous Defects

7.1%

Retest Rate

18.5%

Mileage at 3yr

50k mi

2021

Based on 249 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

Cupra average: 92.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

10.0%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

2021

Based on 135 vehicles

78.5%Good

Cupra average: 92.3%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

31.9%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

2021

Based on 144 vehicles

84.0%Good

Cupra average: 92.3%

Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

21.5%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

2021

Based on 657 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

Cupra average: 92.3%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

13.2%

Mileage at 3yr

44k mi

2020

Based on 133 vehicles

86.5%Excellent

Cupra average: 92.3%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

17.8%

Mileage at 3yr

49k mi

Top MOT Failures — Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A

The most common reasons a Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A tyre seriously damaged

4.5%

A tyre cords visible or damaged

2.0%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.8%

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

1.7%

Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

5.6%

Rear Nearside

4.8%

Rear Offside

4.0%

Other Cupra Models

Compare MOT reliability across Cupra models.

Cupra Leon VZ3 TSI S-A

90.4% pass rate

Cupra Leon First Edition PHEV S-A

83.9% pass rate

Cupra Formentor Vz Edition TSI 4D SA

97.7% pass rate

Cupra Ateca Comfrt And Snd TSI 4D SA

96.2% pass rate

Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-A

93.4% pass rate

Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S-A

91.2% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A

Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A?

The average MOT pass rate for the Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A is 84.6% 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 Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A?

The most common MOT failures on the Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A are: A tyre seriously damaged (4.5%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (2.0%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 84.6%, the Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A is rated as "Good" 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 Leon VZ3 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 Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A?

Typical mileage for the Cupra Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A: 60,829 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Leon VZ3 PHEV S-A to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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