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2023 Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0L Petrol · Y458 CDE

Y458 CDE

2023 Volkswagen T-Cross (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2023. Recorded mileage 7,308 miles. MOT valid until 07 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS
Year / Origin
2023 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
7,308 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2023
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The Volkswagen T-Cross passed its most recent MOT on 29 January 2026 at 7,308 miles with no defects recorded, establishing a stable and clean roadworthiness trend across its short three-year service life. The single official test on file shows no advisories, failures, or recurring mechanical faults, which indicates the vehicle has not yet entered any measurable pattern of wear or deterioration. The recorded odometer reading of 7,308 miles against a 2023 build date equates to roughly 2,436 miles per year, a notably low annual accumulation for a modern hatchback-derived SUV. Only one MOT entry exists, so the history offers no interval data to expose rapid accumulation or standing gaps, but the figure itself suggests predominantly light, short-cycle use rather than motorway commuting or fleet operation. Low mileage of this order often correlates with gentle load on suspension bushes, brake discs, and drivetrain, though prolonged static periods can still encourage corrosion or flat-spotted tyres unseen in a pass result. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity and underbody corrosion despite the clean certificate, as the January 2026 test recorded no advisories only at the time of examination. The absence of flagged coil springs, binding calipers, or exhaust emissions issues means no component trend requires monitoring from the record itself. Given the car's low use, verify tyre sidewall condition and brake freedom at all corners, since standing can degrade rubber and encourage seized handbrake mechanisms absent from the single pass.
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Y458 CDE Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/01/2026
  • 7,308 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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Y458 CDE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Jul 2026, 10:55
MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2023 Volkswagen T-Cross (Y458 CDE) between January 2026 and January 2026.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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ADVISORY

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 AP

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
100
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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Buying Score
92/100
Risk Level
Low
Low
Est. Annual Cost
£800-£1,000
Mileage
At 7,308 miles recorded in January 2026,...

Our Verdict

This is a strong buying prospect thanks to its near-new status and a completely clean MOT pass at 7,308 miles. Unless the price is well above market, we would recommend proceeding with confidence.

Given the vehicle's age and single clean MOT, focus your checks on documentation: confirm the full service history matches the low 7,308-mile reading and that the first MOT in January 2026 aligns with Volkswagen's recommended schedule. As a 2023 car, it should still carry manufacturer warranty unless previously written off or modified, so verify the warranty status with a Volkswagen dealer using the registration Y458CDE.

The 999cc petrol engine in this T-Cross is the entry-level unit and typically returns strong fuel economy for a small SUV, though exact figures are not provided in the data. As a Euro 6 AP petrol, it will fall into a relatively low VED band for a 2023 vehicle, and insurance groups for the T-Cross are generally modest. Based on the low mileage and small engine, we estimate typical annual running costs at £800-£1,000 including fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance.

The MOT history shows no failures or defects of any type, so there are no specific failure patterns from the record to investigate on this vehicle. However, as a grey 2023 T-Cross with only 7,308 miles, inspect the bodywork for parking scrapes and check the tyres for flat-spotting from low-use periods. Confirm the 999cc engine starts cleanly from cold and that the infotainment and driver aids function, as these are common minor complaint areas on recent VW models.

The Volkswagen T-Cross registered Y458CDE is a February 2023 petrol model with a 999cc three-cylinder engine, finished in grey. Its only recorded MOT, dated 29 January 2026, passed with no defects at 7,308 miles, indicating careful early use. With under three and a half years on the road and low mileage, the vehicle presents as a low-risk, near-new purchase.

No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Volkswagen T-Cross, so model-level conclusions cannot be drawn from the provided information.

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