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Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a reliable? We analysed 970 real MOT tests across 458 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 970 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.2%
Typical Mileage
32,306mi
Annual Mileage
7,851mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV 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 VZ1 PHEV S-a.

Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.4%
2022
89.8%
2021

Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/19 4

Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV 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
5,453 mi/yr
Typical
7,851 mi/yr
Average
8,713 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,920 mi/yr

Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 226 89.4% 23,101 32,306 44,019
2021 684 89.8% 24,299 31,832 40,964

How Long Does a Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a Last?

Based on 458 Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.2 years
Median
3.0 years

Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
32,306 mi
75th Percentile
42,889 mi
95th Percentile
66,216 mi
Max Recorded
135,385 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a

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

Best year
2021

89.8% MOT pass rate from 684 tests

Year to avoid
2022

89.4% MOT pass rate from 226 tests

The best year to buy a used Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.8% across 684 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.4% — 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 VZ1 PHEV 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 VZ1 PHEV S-a THIS CAR 89.2% 970 32,306 mi — yrs
Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a 90% 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
Yamaha Yzf R6 R 84.5% 1,187 11,554 mi 20 yrs

Compared to the Cupra Formentor V2 TSI S-a (90.0% pass rate) and the Cupra Formentor V1 TSI S-a (89.7% pass rate), the Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a?

The Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.2% across 970 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 VZ1 PHEV 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 VZ1 PHEV S-a owner drives around 7,851 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 VZ1 PHEV S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a reliable?
Based on 970 MOT tests, the Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a has a 89.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a do per year?
The typical Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a does around 7,851 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV 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 VZ1 PHEV S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Cupra Formentor VZ1 PHEV S-a is 2021 with a 89.8% pass rate across 684 tests.