Well, the unis fail either way? They are obliged to make sure that any agents they work with give accurate information to students. So, if this is incorrect, they are not doing their jobs. Would be good if samples of the tests/exams & pass rate data were made public to enhance transparency?

There is published data available, on progression/continuation for Foundation Years, which doesn’t show a meaningful difference in outcomes when compared to standard routes. And internal quality processes for FYs are the same as UG.