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

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Is the Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo reliable? We analysed 3,192 real MOT tests across 1,223 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,192 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.6%
Typical Mileage
27,739mi
Annual Mileage
7,201mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo 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 Evo.

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo Number Plates

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

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

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

95.2%
2022
92.6%
2021
92.5%
2020

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6

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

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

Low usage
4,937 mi/yr
Typical
7,201 mi/yr
Average
8,063 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,859 mi/yr

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo 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 Evo year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 62 95.2% 16,618 22,885 30,589
2021 2,611 92.6% 20,234 27,404 36,345
2020 439 92.5% 22,214 30,907 41,601

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

Based on 1,223 Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.6 years
Median
4.0 years

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo Mileage Distribution

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

Median
27,739 mi
75th Percentile
37,226 mi
95th Percentile
54,376 mi
Max Recorded
107,064 mi

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

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

Best year
2022

95.2% MOT pass rate from 62 tests

Year to avoid
2020

92.5% MOT pass rate from 439 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.2% across 62 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.5% — 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 Evo 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 Evo THIS CAR 92.6% 3,192 27,739 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
Mercedes-benz 212 67.2% 1,859 145,374 mi 31 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 Evo outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.6% across 3,192 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 Evo 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 Evo owner drives around 7,201 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 Evo — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo reliable?
Based on 3,192 MOT tests, the Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo has a 92.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo do per year?
The typical Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo does around 7,201 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo 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 Evo?
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 Evo?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition TSI Evo is 2022 with a 95.2% pass rate across 62 tests.