2022 Polestar 2 EV FWD Electricity · OV72 KPT

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Polestar 2 was conducted on 31 October 2025, resulting in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle. A clean pass without advisories is a positive indicator, suggesting that at the time of examination, the vehicle met the statutory roadworthiness standards across all tested items including braking efficiency, lighting, suspension, steering, tyres, and emissions compliance (or equivalent electrical system checks appropriate to this EV). However, it is worth noting that this represents a single data point rather than a longitudinal pattern, and without prior test history visible in the supplied records, it is not possible to definitively determine whether the maintenance trajectory is stable, improving, or worsening. The absence of advisories is favourable, as advisories often serve as early warning indicators of components approaching serviceable thresholds, but their absence does not guarantee that components are in new condition, merely that they have not yet crossed minimum legal limits. With 50,060 miles recorded on a four-year-old vehicle, this Polestar 2 has accumulated approximately 12,515 miles per year on average, which represents high mileage usage for its age bracket. This level of annual mileage is significantly above the typical UK average and places greater mechanical demand on consumable and wear items including brake components, tyres, suspension bushes and dampers, and drivetrain elements. Even though this is an electric vehicle with fewer moving parts than an internal combustion equivalent, the higher mileage suggests more frequent brake actuation cycles (though regenerative braking may mitigate pad wear to some degree), more thermal cycling of the battery pack, and increased stress on wheel bearings, bushes, and steering components. The mileage accumulation appears consistent and steady rather than indicating prolonged standing periods, which is generally beneficial for mechanical longevity as it reduces risks associated with corrosion through inactivity, seized calipers, and degraded fluids from non-use. For a prospective buyer, despite the clean MOT record, a thorough physical inspection remains essential given the high mileage profile. Tyre condition warrants careful scrutiny; check all four tyres for tread depth (ensuring a minimum of 1.6mm across the central three-quarters, though 3mm is advisable for wet performance), uneven wear patterns which may indicate tracking or suspension geometry issues, and importantly, sidewall condition for any cracking or perishing which can occur regardless of tread depth. On an EV of this weight and torque output, tyres may wear more rapidly, so verify brand consistency and age codes on the sidewalls. Brake inspection should include checking disc condition for lipping, surface corrosion, and wear levels, as although EV regen reduces pad usage, the discs can still suffer from corrosion pitting if the vehicle has experienced extended low-speed urban use without sustained braking. Inspect the underside visually for any fluid leaks (note that EVs still have coolant systems for battery and motor thermal management, plus brake fluid), corrosion on suspension arms, and condition of rubber bushes which deteriorate with mileage and age. Additional checks appropriate to this age and usage include verifying the 12V auxiliary battery health, as even EVs require this for ancillary systems and its failure can cause no-start conditions or system errors. Confirm whether the high-voltage battery thermal management coolant has been serviced according to manufacturer schedule, as this is a time-based rather than mileage-based requirement on many EVs. Inspect charging cables and the charge port for damage or contamination. During a test drive, listen for any suspension knocks or clonks over uneven surfaces which would suggest worn bushes or dampers, check for pulling under braking which could indicate warped discs or seized caliper slide pins, and verify smooth regenerative braking function and any warning messages on the driver display. Finally, request evidence of service history stamps or digital records from Polestar or authorised specialists, as EVs still require periodic inspections of brake fluid, coolant, cabin filter, and underbody components even though traditional engine servicing is eliminated.