Volkswagen T Cross Black Edition TSI (2021)
2021 Volkswagen T Cross Black Edition TSI
CarHunch analysed 276 real MOT records for the 2021 Volkswagen T Cross Black Edition TSI. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 VW T-Cross Black Edition TSI is a strong performer, with a 94.3% first-time pass rate that sits well ahead of the UK average of 80%, suggesting these cars are built solidly and owners maintain them conscientiously. The 7.6% dangerous defect rate is reassuringly low, so safety issues are not a concern for this cohort.
At just under 25,600 miles on average, these cars are still relatively young and lightly driven for their age, which explains why failures are rare at 0.17 per vehicle. The 1.6 advisories per test indicates minor wear items crop up occasionally, but nothing systematic or alarming—if you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake fluid condition and suspension bushes (typical advisory areas for small SUVs) will give you confidence.
What to check before buying a 2021 Volkswagen T Cross Black Edition TSI
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 272 | 94.2% | 0.18 |
| Other (1%) | 4 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Volkswagen T Cross Black Edition TSI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 Volkswagen T Cross Black Edition TSI vehicles fall between 18,455 and 30,686 miles.
MOT History Averages
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