2024 Cupra Formentor V1 Phev S-A Hybrid electric (clean) · FP24 WDY

With no MOT test history on file, the roadworthiness profile of this 2024 CUPRA Formentor V1 PHEV S-A rests entirely outside the DVSA testing framework at present. New vehicles in the UK are not required to undergo an MOT until they reach three years of age, which means this plug-in hybrid is presently within its first registration window and has not yet been subjected to the statutory annual roadworthiness inspection. While this absence of recorded defects and advisories might superficially appear reassuring, it carries no mechanical endorsement whatsoever; it simply reflects that the car has not yet reached the testing threshold. Any prospective buyer cannot rely on MOT documentation to assess wear, component degradation, or structural condition at this stage, and must instead treat the inspection as an essentially unverified proposition. Mileage data is also unavailable for this vehicle, which means there is no basis upon which to calculate an annual accumulation rate or to identify potential gaps in usage. For a 2024 registration evaluated in 2026, the vehicle is approximately two years old, and without recorded mileages it is impossible to determine whether it has covered a typical 8,000 to 12,000 miles per annum, experienced sustained low-use storage typical of a secondary commuter, or alternatively endured high-mileage motorway use. This is particularly relevant for a plug-in hybrid because the mechanical loadings on the internal combustion engine, the regenerative braking system, the high-voltage battery, and the conventional friction braking system vary substantially according to whether the vehicle has been predominantly charged and driven on electric power or relied upon its petrol engine for extended journeys. The unknown mileage therefore represents a significant gap in any precondition assessment. Given that no advisory defects or failure items have been recorded, there are no specific components against which to direct a targeted inspection, and accordingly any buyer guidance must necessarily be structured around the inherent risk profile of a nearly-new PHEV that has yet to face statutory testing. On a physical inspection, particular attention should be paid to the condition of the front and rear brake discs and pads, as PHEV vehicles equipped with regenerative braking frequently suffer from corrosion on the brake disc surfaces due to limited caliper actuation; listen for grinding or binding on a low-speed test drive and feel for any pulling or judder through the brake pedal. The suspension should be exercised over uneven surfaces and speed bumps to detect any knocking from the front MacPherson struts, anti-roll bar bushes, or rear multi-link linkages, all of which are common wear points on the Formentor platform even at relatively low mileages. The plug-in hybrid powertrain itself demands a separate set of observational checks that fall outside the MOT framework but are essential to any considered purchase. The high-voltage battery state of health should be verified through a diagnostic readout, and the charging cable and port inspected for damage or contamination. On a road test, observe whether the transition between electric and combustion propulsion is smooth or accompanied by shuddering or warning messages, and confirm that the regenerative braking modes operate as intended. Tyres should be examined for even wear across both axles, as uneven front shoulder wear can indicate alignment issues stemming from the vehicle's heavier battery pack. Finally, examine the underside and wheel arch liners for any signs of fluid leakage from the petrol engine, the transmission, or the hybrid cooling system, as even factory-fresh vehicles can occasionally exhibit sealing issues within their first few thousand miles.