Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 549 vehicles, the 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A (2021)

549 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.8% first-time pass rate

2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A

CarHunch analysed 549 real MOT records for the 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV is a reliable proposition, with an 89.5% first-time pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80% and a low dangerous defect rate of just 6.6%. This hybrid-electric powertrain shows consistent performance, with the single fuel variant achieving 89.4% passes across 547 tested vehicles.

At 36,799 miles median for a three-year-old car, these examples are running fairly typical mileage, and the modest 0.25 failures per vehicle suggests electrified drivetrain components are holding up well. Before buying, request the full MOT history to check those advisories average at 1.7 per test—minor issues like worn brake pads or suspension wear aren't uncommon, but they're easily budgeted for.

The 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.8% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.25

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

37k

Middle half: 28k–48k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 549 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 549 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%)	547	91.8%	0.25

Colour Breakdown

Based on 6,101 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 42.8%

2,611

Black 24.6%

1,501

White 22.5%

1,371

Blue 5.2%

319

Red 3.4%

206

Silver 0.7%

Green 0.7%

Purple 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

36,799

typical

27,532

low mileage

47,976

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S A vehicles fall between 27,532 and 47,976 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 27,532 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 27,532–47,976 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Cupra Formentor V1 PHEV S As sit.

⚠ Over 64,767 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.25

Avg failures per vehicle

1.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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