Polestar Polestar 2 EV FWD (2023)
2023 Polestar Polestar 2 EV FWD
CarHunch analysed 5,311 real MOT records for the 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 EV FWD. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2023 Polestar 2 is failing its MOT at an alarming rate: only 14.3% pass first time, compared to the UK average of 80%. This is an extraordinary reliability red flag for a brand-new electric vehicle, though the dangerous defect rate of 0.9% is mercifully low, suggesting issues are annoying rather than safety-critical.
These cars are averaging just under 40,000 miles at test time, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're still racking up failures at nearly six times the national rate. With almost no failures per vehicle (0.02) but a notable 0.1 advisories each, the problem appears to be minor defects and wear items rather than major mechanical breakdown—but the sheer volume of first-time failures suggests systemic quality control issues. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection and check the service history closely; if you're considering one out of warranty, think twice.
What to check before buying a 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 EV FWD
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 EV FWD vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 EV FWD vehicles fall between 30,223 and 46,909 miles.
MOT History Averages
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