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Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a reliable? We analysed 9,308 real MOT tests across 5,560 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 9,308 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.0%
Typical Mileage
27,589mi
Annual Mileage
7,552mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a.

Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.2%
2023
90.2%
2022
90.3%
2021

Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26

Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,250 mi/yr
Typical
7,552 mi/yr
Average
8,850 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,460 mi/yr

Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 1,694 89.2% 19,279 25,820 34,142
2022 4,156 90.2% 20,038 26,476 35,334
2021 3,142 90.3% 21,934 29,766 39,184

How Long Does a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a Last?

Based on 5,560 Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.7 years
Median
3.0 years

Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
27,589 mi
75th Percentile
36,699 mi
95th Percentile
56,342 mi
Max Recorded
204,774 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

90.3% MOT pass rate from 3,142 tests

Year to avoid
2023

89.2% MOT pass rate from 1,694 tests

The best year to buy a used Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.3% across 3,142 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a THIS CAR 90.0% 9,308 27,589 mi — yrs
Cupra Formentor V1 TSI S-a 89.7% 5,096 29,016 mi — yrs
Cupra Formentor VZ2 TSI 4DRIVE S-a 91% 4,443 27,825 mi — yrs
Cupra Formentor V2 TSI 90% 3,911 26,922 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Passat S TDI 105 75.6% 4,788 153,264 mi — yrs

Compared to the Cupra Formentor V1 TSI S-a (89.7% pass rate) and the Cupra Formentor VZ2 TSI 4DRIVE S-a (91.0% pass rate), the Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a?

The Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.0% across 9,308 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a owner drives around 7,552 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a reliable?
Based on 9,308 MOT tests, the Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a has a 90.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a do per year?
The typical Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a does around 7,552 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a is 2021 with a 90.3% pass rate across 3,142 tests.