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Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a reliable? We analysed 1,041 real MOT tests across 509 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,041 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.3%
Typical Mileage
20,671mi
Annual Mileage
5,471mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a.

Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

97.9%
2023
96%
2022
92.4%
2021
92.7%
2020

Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2

Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,415 mi/yr
Typical
5,471 mi/yr
Average
6,058 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,876 mi/yr

Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 97 97.9% 11,677 15,910 24,302
2022 149 96.0% 11,900 17,836 24,911
2021 525 92.4% 14,728 20,834 28,667
2020 232 92.7% 15,818 22,636 30,870

How Long Does a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a Last?

Based on 509 Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.1 years
Median
3.0 years

Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
20,671 mi
75th Percentile
28,861 mi
95th Percentile
45,599 mi
Max Recorded
116,360 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

97.9% MOT pass rate from 97 tests

Year to avoid
2021

92.4% MOT pass rate from 525 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.9% across 97 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a THIS CAR 93.3% 1,041 20,671 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Golf 74.9% 22,270,993 83,305 mi 37 yrs
Volkswagen Polo 72.9% 14,598,296 60,351 mi 35 yrs
Volkswagen Passat 73.5% 6,960,690 105,632 mi 32 yrs
BMW S 1000 R Sport 95.1% 1,853 5,754 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a?

The Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.3% across 1,041 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a owner drives around 5,471 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a reliable?
Based on 1,041 MOT tests, the Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a has a 93.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a does around 5,471 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-cross Sel TSI Evo S-a is 2023 with a 97.9% pass rate across 97 tests.