Polestar Polestar 2 MOT pass rate and common problems
91.2% of 9,582 Polestar Polestar 2 MOT tests pass.
The Polestar 2's pass rate of 91.2% is in line with the average across all Polestar models, at 91.2%.
The Polestar Polestar 2 passes its MOT 91.2% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 91.6% at 0–3 years versus 90.5% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 91.6% | 5,999 | 32,579 miles |
| 3–6 years | 90.5% | 3,583 | 36,689 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Polestar Polestar 2
The most common reason the Polestar Polestar 2 fails its MOT is tyres — present in 81.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 81.4% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 14.7% | Not working |
| Visibility | 6.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 5.9% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 3.0% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.1% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Road Wheels | 1.9% | Fixing missing |
| Suspension | 1.8% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Brakes | 0.6% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Steering | 0.2% | Ball joint has excessive play |
Buying a used Polestar Polestar 2: what to check
These checks follow the Polestar Polestar 2’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 94.2% down to 89.1%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 81.4% of failed Polestar Polestar 2 MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 14.7% of failed Polestar Polestar 2 MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 6.9% of failed Polestar Polestar 2 MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
4. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 5.9% of failed Polestar Polestar 2 MOTs. Rare on young cars, but 1.4% of tests at 3–6 years failed on bodywork and corrosion.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
5. Seat belts and airbags
Recorded in 3.0% of failed Polestar Polestar 2 MOTs.
Pull every seat belt out fully and let it retract. Check the buckles latch and release, and that the airbag warning light goes out after starting.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Polestar service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Polestar Polestar 2?
- 91.2% of Polestar Polestar 2 MOT tests pass, based on 9,582 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Polestar Polestar 2?
- The most common reason the Polestar Polestar 2 fails its MOT is tyres — present in 81.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Polestar Polestar 2?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Polestar Polestar 2 are tyres; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers.
- What should I check when buying a used Polestar Polestar 2?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; bodywork and corrosion; seat belts and airbags. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Polestar Polestar 2's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Polestar service history guide for how to check and keep one.