2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC ACTIVE TSI EVO S-A1.5L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the available MOT history. The most recent test on 25 September 2025 at 22,534 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. While the record shows a failure just four miles prior at 22,530 miles, the lack of recorded defects for that failure suggests an administrative error or a minor technicality that was rectified immediately, rather than a systemic mechanical or structural failure. The mileage pattern is consistently low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Between the October 2024 test at 16,916 miles and the September 2025 test at 22,534 miles, the car covered 5,618 miles. This low usage suggests short-trip driving, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though it can sometimes lead to brake corrosion or flat-spotting if the vehicle is not regularly driven over longer distances. Because the MOT history shows no advisories regarding corrosion, suspension bushes, or brake components, a physical inspection should focus on signs of low-mileage neglect. A buyer should check for surface rust on the brake discs and verify that tyres are not aged despite having sufficient tread. Given the low mileage, also verify the service history to ensure oil changes were performed according to time intervals, as engines driven infrequently suffer from fluid degradation regardless of mileage.