Volkswagen T Cross United TSI S A (2021)
2021 Volkswagen T Cross United TSI S A
CarHunch analysed 291 real MOT records for the 2021 Volkswagen T Cross United TSI S A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Volkswagen T-Cross is a genuinely reliable first-time MOT performer, with 94.1% passing on their first test compared to the UK average of 80%—that's a 14-point lead. Only 5.8% of vehicles ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is well below concern level for a buyer.
At 23,762 miles average for a 2021 model, these cars are running lightly and showing it through low failure rates of just 0.17 per vehicle. The typical advisory count of 2.0 per car suggests minor wear items rather than systemic problems, so when you're evaluating one for purchase, focus your pre-buy inspection on brake fluid condition and suspension bushes—the predictable wear points—rather than worrying about structural issues.
What to check before buying a 2021 Volkswagen T Cross United TSI S A
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 (98%) | 285 | 94% | 0.17 |
| Other (2%) | 6 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Volkswagen T Cross United TSI S A 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 United TSI S A vehicles fall between 15,504 and 30,002 miles.
MOT History Averages
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