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

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Is the Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a reliable? We analysed 995 real MOT tests across 347 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 995 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.8%
Typical Mileage
24,002mi
Annual Mileage
5,537mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen T-cross United TSI 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 United TSI S-a.

Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a Number Plates

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

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

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

91.6%
2021
91.3%
2020

Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a Common Faults & Problems

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

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5

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

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen T-cross United TSI 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
3,414 mi/yr
Typical
5,537 mi/yr
Average
5,987 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,075 mi/yr

Volkswagen T-cross United TSI 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 United TSI S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 778 91.6% 16,235 24,035 32,807
2020 172 91.3% 15,152 21,416 31,048

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

Based on 347 Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.9 years
Median
4.0 years

Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
24,002 mi
75th Percentile
32,824 mi
95th Percentile
48,493 mi
Max Recorded
79,257 mi

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

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

Best year
2021

91.6% MOT pass rate from 778 tests

Year to avoid
2020

91.3% MOT pass rate from 172 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 778 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.3% — 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 United TSI 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 United TSI S-a THIS CAR 91.8% 995 24,002 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 F 900 R 96.2% 344 5,344 mi — yrs

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

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

The Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.8% across 995 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volkswagen T-cross United TSI 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 United TSI S-a owner drives around 5,537 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 United TSI S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a reliable?
Based on 995 MOT tests, the Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a has a 91.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a does around 5,537 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen T-cross United TSI 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 United TSI S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-cross United TSI S-a is 2021 with a 91.6% pass rate across 778 tests.