2021 Volkswagen T-ROC Active TSI EVO S-A 1.5L Petrol · HW21 AJX

A clean and consistent DVSA MOT record spanning three consecutive tests supports the roadworthiness credentials of this 2021 Volkswagen T-Roc, with the most recent assessment on 26 August 2026 resulting in a pass and no advisories, advisories, or defects recorded. The 2025 and 2024 tests followed the same pattern of clean passes, indicating that the vehicle has met the minimum statutory standards for safety and emissions across each annual examination without any flagged concerns at the time of testing. The absence of recorded advisories across three tests means that no specific components were identified as approaching the failure threshold, though it should be noted that MOT testing represents only a snapshot of condition on the day and does not encompass a comprehensive mechanical inspection. Given the vehicle's age of around five years, the lack of any recorded corrosion advisories on structural items, suspension components, or exhaust elements is a reasonable indicator that surface rust has not yet progressed to a flagged level. Mileage recorded at 37,511 miles against an approximate five-year age translates to an annual accumulation of roughly 7,500 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this type and age. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing history to suggest extended periods off the road, with annual tests consistently recorded from 2024 through 2026. The steady annual mileage pattern suggests regular use rather than long stationary periods, which is generally favourable for maintaining drivetrain condition, brake disc surface preservation through normal operation, and avoidance of prolonged tyre flat-spotting. The figure itself is relatively modest for a five-year-old T-Roc, meaning that major mechanical components such as the DSG automatic transmission, turbocharged engine ancillaries, and suspension assemblies have likely accumulated reasonable but not excessive wear. For a prospective buyer, the absence of advisories means there are no specific flagged components to prioritise during a pre-purchase inspection based on the MOT record alone. However, it remains prudent to inspect items commonly subject to wear on T-Roc models of this generation, including the rear coil springs and suspension bushes, which can show deterioration independent of MOT findings. On a test drive, attention should be paid to any knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as these can indicate worn lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar links. The DSG automatic gearbox, designated S-A in the vehicle specification, should be evaluated for smooth and prompt gear changes, particularly during low-speed manoeuvring where mechatronic issues are most commonly felt as hesitation or shunt. Brake pedal feel and response should be assessed for any sponginess or excessive travel, while steering should remain precise without vibration or pulling to either side under moderate braking. Given the modest mileage, the brake discs and pads are likely to retain significant service life, though a physical inspection of disc edge lipping and pad thickness is advisable. The turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine should be checked for any signs of oil seepage around the cam chain area and for consistent cold starting behaviour. Finally, a thorough examination of the underside for any emerging corrosion on subframe and suspension mounting points would be worthwhile, as early-stage surface rust may not yet have reached the threshold required for an MOT advisory but could develop in future test cycles.