Volkswagen T Roc United TSI Evo S A (2021)
2021 Volkswagen T Roc United TSI Evo S A
CarHunch analysed 376 real MOT records for the 2021 Volkswagen T Roc United TSI Evo S A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2021 T-Roc is a genuinely reliable proposition: 95.1% of examples pass their MOT first time, well ahead of the UK average of 80%, and only 5.1% have ever recorded a dangerous defect—low enough that it's not a buyer concern. The petrol engine (which accounts for virtually all models here) maintains that strong 94.9% pass rate consistently.
At just over 27,000 miles median, these are lightly used cars for their age, which partly explains the excellent results, though the average of just 0.14 failures per vehicle suggests the mechanical fundamentals are solid. With advisories averaging 1.4 per car, you can expect minor wear items rather than structural problems—a straightforward ownership prospect. Get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the DSG gearbox condition and any signs of turbo carbon buildup, as these are the T-Roc's known weak spots even when the MOT looks clean.
What to check before buying a 2021 Volkswagen T Roc United TSI Evo 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 (97%) | 364 | 94.9% | 0.15 |
| Other (3%) | 12 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Volkswagen T Roc United TSI Evo 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 Roc United TSI Evo S A vehicles fall between 19,188 and 34,823 miles.
MOT History Averages
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