2021 Cupra Formentor V2 TSI 1.5L Petrol · MJ70 YCL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows the onset of suspension-related wear. In the most recent test conducted on 28 November 2025 at 13,685 miles, the car failed due to a compromised offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint cover. While this was rectified to secure a pass, the tester also flagged light misting of oil on both front shock absorbers. This indicates the early stages of damper failure, despite the vehicle's low overall mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,737 miles per year. The record shows a significant temporal gap between January 2024 at 6,104 miles and November 2025 at 13,687 miles, where only 7,583 miles were covered over nearly twenty months. Such low usage suggests the car may have sat for long periods, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and drying of seals, which likely explains the premature misting observed on the shock absorbers. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension to determine if the oil misting on the dampers has progressed to an active leak. Given the anti-roll bar linkage failure in the November 2025 test, a thorough check of all front-end bushings and ball joints is necessary to ensure no play or further cracks in the protective boots. The low mileage also warrants a check of the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as infrequently used vehicles often suffer from oxidation on the braking surfaces.