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Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a reliable? We analysed 3,010 real MOT tests across 1,004 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,010 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.0%
Typical Mileage
30,454mi
Annual Mileage
6,625mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen T-roc SE 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-roc SE TSI Evo S-a.

Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a Number Plates

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

Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.4%
2021
92.8%
2020

Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volkswagen T-roc SE 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 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6

Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen T-roc SE 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
4,376 mi/yr
Typical
6,625 mi/yr
Average
7,686 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,606 mi/yr

Volkswagen T-roc SE 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-roc SE TSI Evo S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 1,871 91.4% 22,492 31,205 41,511
2020 878 92.8% 17,987 26,539 38,592

How Long Does a Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a Last?

Based on 1,004 Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.0 years
Median
4.0 years

Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen T-roc SE 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
30,454 mi
75th Percentile
41,510 mi
95th Percentile
60,819 mi
Max Recorded
117,094 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a

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

Best year
2020

92.8% MOT pass rate from 878 tests

Year to avoid
2021

91.4% MOT pass rate from 1,871 tests

The best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.8% across 878 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.4% — 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-roc SE 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-roc SE TSI Evo S-a THIS CAR 92.0% 3,010 30,454 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
Kawasaki Zr 1000 A2H 86.9% 3,685 14,860 mi 22 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a?

The Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.0% across 3,010 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 SE 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-roc SE TSI Evo S-a owner drives around 6,625 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 SE TSI Evo S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a reliable?
Based on 3,010 MOT tests, the Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a has a 92.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a do per year?
The typical Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a does around 6,625 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen T-roc SE 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-roc SE 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-roc SE TSI Evo S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volkswagen T-roc SE TSI Evo S-a is 2020 with a 92.8% pass rate across 878 tests.