Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD?

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 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD?

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 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD?

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 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD reliable?

Based on MOT data from 484 vehicles, the 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.7%, 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 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD?

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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Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD (2021)

484 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.7% first-time pass rate

2021 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD

CarHunch analysed 484 real MOT records for the 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 484 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2021 Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD is substantially more reliable than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of 91.9% compared to the 80% national benchmark—a genuinely impressive result that reflects strong build quality. Dangerous defects are rare at 7.2%, well below concern levels, making this a safe choice structurally.

At 33,230 miles median, these vehicles have been driven moderately for their age, and the low failure rate of just 0.22 per vehicle suggests the drivetrain and core systems are holding up well. Budget for routine advisory work (averaging 1.1 per test), but if you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on battery health and charging system integrity rather than mechanical weakness.

The 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.7% 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

92.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.22

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

33k

Middle half: 25k–44k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 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 484 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 484 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.2% 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 5,762 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 22.6%

1,302

Silver 22.4%

1,293

Grey 22.2%

1,279

Black 21.4%

1,232

White 9.9%

573

Gold 1.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD 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.

33,230

typical

24,723

low mileage

44,045

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWD vehicles fall between 24,723 and 44,045 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 24,723 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.

✓ 24,723–44,045 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Polestar Polestar 2 Plus EV AWDs sit.

⚠ Over 59,460 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

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.22

Avg failures per vehicle

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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