2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Ev — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Ev passed 94.9% of its 1,001 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (5.9% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 5.3% of tests against 0.6% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, washers and shock absorbers — tread depth alone was recorded 7 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2023 Polestar 2 Ev fails 3.4% of the time in the 0-30k band and 3.1% at 60-90k, a spread of only 0.3 points.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 12.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.3% | 53 |
| 2 | Visibility | 0.6% | 6 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 4 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.4% | 4 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.2% | 2 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 2 | Washers | 5 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 4 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 3 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 2 |
| 6 | Wipers | 2 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 12.9% | 129 |
| 2 | Other defects | 3.4% | 34 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.7% | 17 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.5% | 5 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.1% | 1 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 1 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 263 | 3.4% |
| 30-60k | 501 | 6.6% |
| 60-90k | 223 | 3.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 313 | 2.6% |
| 2025 | 688 | 6.3% |
What to check before buying a 2023 Polestar 2 Ev
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 5.3% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (5.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (0.6% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (0.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Evs pass their MOT?
94.9% of the 1,001 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Ev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2023 Polestar Polestar 2 Ev?
Tyres, recorded in 5.3% of tests, followed by visibility (0.6%).
Does the 2023 Polestar 2 Ev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.4% in the 0-30k band to 3.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,001 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.