2021 Polestar 2 Pilot Plus EV AWD Electric · OE21 ADV

The car passed its most recent MOT on 1 April 2026 at 67,584 miles, but the preceding test on 27 March 2026 resulted in a failure. This pattern indicates a maintenance trend that is reactive rather than proactive. The vehicle cleared the statutory requirement after a single retest, but the underlying issue of tyre wear persisted across two consecutive tests. Specifically, the offside rear tyre was flagged as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge in both the March 2026 failure and the April 2026 pass. The 2025 test at 48,689 miles also showed the nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit with only 2.5mm remaining. This recurrence of tyre faults suggests the previous owner allowed tread depth to degrade significantly before addressing it. The recorded mileage of 67,584 miles over a five-year ownership period averages roughly 13,517 miles per year. This figure is notably high for a 2021 model, particularly an electric vehicle like the Polestar 2 which typically sees lower annual mileage. The gap between the 2024 test at 32,992 miles and the 2025 test at 48,689 miles represents a jump of over 15,000 miles within a single year. Rapid mileage accumulation on an EV drivetrain and suspension components accelerates wear on bearings, bushings, and the battery management system. The absence of defects on the 2024 test at 32,992 miles contrasts sharply with the tyre wear appearing just over a year later, implying the high-mileage usage took its toll quickly on consumables. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the rear wheel bearings and suspension bushes, given the tyre wear on the offside rear and the high mileage. Binding calipers or seized wheel bearings often cause uneven tread wear and edge wear on the tyre, which matches the specific defect descriptions in the MOT record. The nearside rear tyre failed on the March 2026 test with tread depth below 1.6mm, indicating the rear axle may have been under stress or the tyres were simply neglected for too long. Check the brake discs for scoring, as high mileage on an AWD electric car can generate significant heat. Finally, verify the battery health and coolant levels, as the rapid mileage suggests the cooling system has been working harder than average.