2018 Volkswagen T-ROC 1.5L Petrol · AV18 VKR

Based on the official DVSA MOT records, this 2018 Volkswagen T-ROC presents a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent test, conducted on 12 May 2026 at 21,889 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet follows a pattern of consistent annual passes, with the only recorded advisories appearing in the May 2023 test at 14,378 miles, where all four tyres were flagged for slight damage, cracking, or perishing. The subsequent two tests show no recurrence of that issue, indicating the tyres were likely replaced and basic upkeep has been maintained. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle. Recorded at 21,889 miles, the annual accumulation averages roughly 2,736 miles per year. The intervals between tests show steady, incremental use: 12,492 miles in May 2022, 14,378 in May 2023, 16,670 in May 2024, 18,796 in May 2025, and 21,889 in May 2026. Each yearly increment sits between approximately 1,900 and 3,100 miles, with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps suggesting odometer tampering or prolonged standing. The data is clean and consistent. Despite the low mileage and clean recent record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection. The 2023 advisory regarding perished tyres on all four corners raises a question about how the vehicle was stored during its earlier years. Low-mileage cars that stand for extended periods can develop flat-spotted tyres, degraded rubber bushes, and surface corrosion on brake discs and suspension components that a brief test drive may not reveal. Inspect the inner and outer sidewalls of all four tyres carefully, checking the date codes to confirm they are a matching set from the same production run. Examine the brake discs for lipping and uneven pad wear, which can indicate caliper drag even when no fault is flagged. Look underneath at the subframe, suspension arms, and exhaust system for any signs of surface corrosion or weeping joints. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but low annual mileage does not eliminate the need for a careful physical assessment of rubber and structural components.