2021 Cupra Formentor VZ1 Phev S-A 1.4L Hybrid electric (clean) · YY71 HDU

This vehicle has demonstrated a consistently stable roadworthiness record over the past two MOT cycles, with no defects or advisories recorded in either the December 2025 or January 2025 tests. The most recent inspection on 6 December 2025—just seven months ago—confirmed the car passed without issue at 33,398 miles, suggesting no urgent mechanical concerns have arisen. While the absence of faults is reassuring, the lack of advisories also means critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers were not specifically tested beyond the basic MOT thresholds. The vehicle’s PHEV system was not explicitly flagged in any cycle, though emissions compliance would have been verified at each test. The mileage progression indicates moderate usage, averaging around 6,680 miles annually—a rate typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no abrupt jumps or prolonged gaps that would suggest neglect or excessive wear. The 2,973-mile interval between the September 2024 and January 2025 tests, while slightly longer than the usual 12-month MOT window, does not imply deferred maintenance, as the car passed both times without fail. The most recent MOT was conducted just seven months prior, which is within the standard 12-month cycle for cars under three years old, though it now falls outside the extended PHEV MOT exemption period. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear items not covered by the basic test, such as the suspension’s rubber mounts (particularly the rear bushes, which often degrade before showing obvious signs) and the brake system’s caliper pistons and disc thickness. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these components are in perfect condition, so measuring disc run-out and checking for uneven pad wear would be prudent. Additionally, the PHEV battery health—though not directly tested in an MOT—should be assessed, as degradation can occur silently over time. Finally, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, especially around the wheel arches and sills, is essential, given the vehicle’s age and exposure to UK road conditions.