2026 Cupra Ateca V2 Ecotsi S-A 1.5L Petrol · SW57 SSW

The most recent MOT carried out on 21 August 2025 resulted in a Pass with no recorded defects. This single data point indicates that, to date, the vehicle has met the DVSA’s road‑worthiness criteria and there is no evidence of deteriorating condition. With no adverse findings, the maintenance trend can be described as stable, and the lack of advisories suggests the owner has kept the car in good order. At 16 046 miles recorded on a 2026 model, the car has accumulated roughly 16 000 miles in its first year of life, which translates to an average of about 16 000 miles per annum. This usage level is typical for a moderately driven family or business vehicle and does not constitute excessive wear. There are no large mileage gaps in the record, so the odometer reading appears consistent with normal daily commuting and occasional longer trips. At this stage the engine, transmission and suspension components have not been subjected to high‑kilometre fatigue, but the relatively high early mileage does mean that routine service intervals should be observed promptly. Given the clean MOT history and the vehicle’s youthful age, the prospective buyer should focus on time‑related wear rather than mileage‑driven failure. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for any signs of cracking, dry rot or uneven tread wear that could indicate mis‑alignment or suspension‑bush wear; the tyres should still have a healthy depth but age can degrade rubber even with low mileage. Examine the 12‑volt battery terminals for corrosion and verify the battery’s state of charge, as a one‑year‑old battery may be approaching the end of its typical three‑year service life if it has been stored in a hot environment. Check the brake discs and pads for surface rust, glazing or uneven wear; at low to moderate use the discs may develop a thin rust layer that can be cleared with a few stops, but excessive corrosion could signal prolonged standing. Verify that the coolant, brake fluid and engine oil have been changed in accordance with the manufacturer’s calendar intervals – even if the mileage is modest, fluids degrade over time and can affect cooling and braking performance. Finally, confirm that the service book contains stamps for the recommended 12‑month or 10 000‑mile service, and that any software updates or recall actions for the ECU and emissions system have been applied, as these are crucial for the hybrid‑assist system in the EcotSi power unit.