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Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a reliable? We analysed 1,010 real MOT tests across 458 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,010 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.2%
Typical Mileage
31,238mi
Annual Mileage
8,124mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Cupra Leon VZ2 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 Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a.

Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.8%
2022
83.7%
2021

Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Cupra Leon VZ2 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 18
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5

Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Cupra Leon VZ2 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
5,855 mi/yr
Typical
8,124 mi/yr
Average
9,459 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,362 mi/yr

Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 108 89.8% 25,959 37,395 56,024
2021 854 83.7% 23,496 30,988 40,704

How Long Does a Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a Last?

Based on 458 Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.2 years
Median
3.0 years

Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Cupra Leon VZ2 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
31,238 mi
75th Percentile
42,384 mi
95th Percentile
68,298 mi
Max Recorded
103,153 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a

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

Best year
2022

89.8% MOT pass rate from 108 tests

Year to avoid
2021

83.7% MOT pass rate from 854 tests

The best year to buy a used Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.8% across 108 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Cupra Leon VZ2 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 Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a THIS CAR 84.2% 1,010 31,238 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
Skoda Citigo Colour Edition MPI 94.8% 679 34,482 mi — 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 Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a?

The Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.2% across 1,010 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 Leon VZ2 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 Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a owner drives around 8,124 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 Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a reliable?
Based on 1,010 MOT tests, the Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a has a 84.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a do per year?
The typical Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a does around 8,124 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Cupra Leon VZ2 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 Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Cupra Leon VZ2 PHEV S-a is 2022 with a 89.8% pass rate across 108 tests.