2022 Cupra Born V2 EV Electric · FD22 VOU

The most recent MOT on 20 July 2026 recorded a full pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met all statutory safety and emissions requirements at the time of testing. The only advisory in the preceding MOT, dated 20 June 2025, concerned the front tyres being close to the legal tread limit, a condition that appears to have been addressed as it did not re‑appear in the latest test. Consequently the maintenance trend can be regarded as stable, with the likely tyre replacement or resurfacing between the two tests representing an improvement rather than a deterioration in the car’s roadworthiness. At 48 690 miles the 2022 CUPRA Born V2 has logged roughly 12 200 miles per annum, which is above the average usage for a four‑year‑old vehicle. This level of annual mileage suggests that the power‑train, regenerative‑braking system and suspension components have been subjected to a relatively high number of load cycles. Higher mileage accelerates wear on brake pads and discs, can lead to progressive thinning of suspension bushes and shock absorbers, and increases the probability of tyre sidewall fatigue, especially if the vehicle has been driven on a mix of motorway and urban routes. The mileage also implies that the high‑voltage battery has experienced a substantial number of charge‑discharge cycles, which may have a modest impact on its remaining capacity, although modern EV packs are designed to retain most of their capacity over this distance. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the condition of the front tyres, confirming that the tread depth exceeds 1.6 mm across the width and that the sidewalls are free from cracks, bulges or signs of ageing, as tyre perishing can occur even on relatively new rubber when exposed to prolonged storage or high mileage. During a test drive, listen for any irregular thumping, squeaking or vibration that could indicate uneven tyre wear, mis‑alignment or worn suspension bushings. Inspect the brake discs for surface scoring, rust patches or excessive thickness variation, and feel for any pedal pulsation that would point to warped discs or thin pads, especially given the regenerative‑braking regime typical of this model. Finally, verify the health of the high‑voltage battery and the auxiliary 12 V system; a diagnostic read‑out should show the state of charge, any degradation warnings and the condition of the coolant used for battery thermal management, which should be replaced at the intervals recommended by the manufacturer. Check for any corrosion on the under‑body, particularly around the rear axle and the high‑voltage cable harnesses, and ensure that all software updates have been applied, as these can affect both efficiency and safety functions. A thorough review of the service book for regular EV‑specific checks—such as inverter cooling, inverter fan operation and periodic battery health assessments—will give further confidence that the vehicle has been looked after appropriately despite its relatively high mileage.