2026 Cupra Born V1 EV Electric · FN26 CDZ

The vehicle has no recorded MOT history, so there is no recent test outcome to reference and consequently no trend in maintenance performance can be established from official data. The absence of any MOT entries suggests either that the car has not yet reached the point where a test is required, that it has been exempt from testing, or that the records have not been entered; in any case a definitive assessment of past reliability cannot be drawn from MOT information alone. Mileage for this 2026 CUPRA Born is not supplied, leaving the relationship between age and kilometres travelled indeterminate. For a vehicle of this model year, typical annual mileage for a private driver in the UK ranges from 8 000 to 12 000 miles; any figure substantially above that could indicate aggressive use and accelerated wear on components such as the suspension, tyres and braking system, while a very low figure might point to prolonged storage, which can bring its own set of age‑related degradations. Without concrete mileage, the buyer should treat the car as potentially low‑usage but verify any service stamps or owner logs that might give a clearer picture of actual use. Given the lack of MOT data and unknown mileage, the prospective buyer should concentrate on time‑based inspections. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or hardening, as rubber can deteriorate after a few years even on low‑kilometre cars, and check tread depth for uneven wear that could hint at mis‑alignment. Inspect the high‑voltage battery pack for any warning lights on the instrument cluster, verify that the state‑of‑charge holds after a short drive, and ask for a recent battery health report from a qualified dealer; a degradation in capacity may not be evident without diagnostic data. The charging port and cable should be examined for corrosion, loose pins or damage, and the vehicle’s thermal management coolant should be at the correct level and free of particulates, as EV coolant can become contaminated over time even when the car sits idle. Finally, assess the conventional mechanical elements that still require regular attention. The brake discs and pads, although used less frequently due to regenerative braking, can develop surface rust if the car has been stationary for long periods; a light, high‑pitched squeal on initial braking may indicate surface corrosion that should be cleaned or the discs resurfaced. Verify that the suspension bushes, coil springs and anti‑roll bars are free of cracks, excessive play or leaking fluid, and listen for any clunking noises over bumps which could signal worn bushings. Ensure that all software updates have been applied, as the Born relies on firmware for battery management, charging, and driver‑assist features; a dealer‑verified update history will give confidence that the vehicle’s electronic systems are current and that any known recalls have been addressed.