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Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI reliable? We analysed 3,124 real MOT tests across 1,179 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,124 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.7%
Typical Mileage
29,919mi
Annual Mileage
7,552mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Number Plates

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

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91%
2022
91.4%
2021
94.8%
2020

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 91
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
5,415 mi/yr
Typical
7,552 mi/yr
Average
8,642 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,287 mi/yr

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 233 91.0% 22,092 29,352 37,422
2021 2,640 91.4% 22,108 30,003 39,529
2020 154 94.8% 20,698 27,258 36,756

How Long Does a Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Last?

Based on 1,179 Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.7 years
Median
4.0 years

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Mileage Distribution

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

Median
29,919 mi
75th Percentile
39,638 mi
95th Percentile
59,164 mi
Max Recorded
140,328 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI

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

Best year
2020

94.8% MOT pass rate from 154 tests

Year to avoid
2022

91.0% MOT pass rate from 233 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.8% across 154 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.0% — 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-roc Black Edition TSI Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI THIS CAR 91.7% 3,124 29,919 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
Sym Vs 125 81.1% 1,238 14,041 mi 20 yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI?

The Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.7% across 3,124 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-roc Black Edition TSI 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-roc Black Edition TSI owner drives around 7,552 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-roc Black Edition TSI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI reliable?
Based on 3,124 MOT tests, the Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI has a 91.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI do per year?
The typical Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI does around 7,552 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI?
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-roc Black Edition TSI?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI is 2020 with a 94.8% pass rate across 154 tests.