2019 Volkswagen T-ROC 1.5L Petrol · CP69 CYA

The vehicle presents a clean and stable maintenance profile based on the available DVSA MOT history. The most recent test on 25 August 2025 was recorded as a PASS with no defects or advisories, following an administrative failure entry on the same date, which is a common occurrence when a vehicle is presented with a minor issue, rectified on site or shortly after, and re-presented for retest within the working day. Prior to this, the vehicle has passed consistently on 20 August 2024, 27 July 2023, and 24 August 2022, with no recorded advisories across any of these examinations. This unbroken chain of clean passes over four consecutive test cycles indicates that the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory standard for roadworthiness, with no recurring mechanical concerns flagged by the examiner. With a recorded mileage of 68,325 miles across approximately seven years of use, the annual average works out at roughly 9,761 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record that would suggest prolonged standing, nor any evidence of unusually rapid mileage accumulation that might indicate high motorway or commercial usage. This level of use generally translates to moderate wear on consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and clutch components, but the absence of advisories suggests these items were either still within service life at the time of test or have been replaced proactively between examinations. Given the clean advisory record and average mileage, a prospective buyer should now focus on age and calendar-based deterioration rather than chasing specific flagged defects. Tyres should be physically inspected for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with time regardless of tread depth, and the date of manufacture stamped on the sidewall should be checked to ensure none are older than five or six years. Brake discs, particularly on a rear axle, may show surface corrosion or lipping from standing or light use, so feel for any pulsation through the brake pedal during a test drive. The 12V battery should also be tested for state of charge and cranking performance, as batteries in vehicles of this age frequently require replacement due to calendar ageing rather than mileage-related wear. Beyond these checks, it is advisable to verify the service book history to confirm that oil and filter changes have been carried out at the manufacturer-recommended intervals, as missed services can lead to elevated engine wear or premature timing component fatigue. Brake fluid should be renewed every two years regardless of mileage, and given the 2019 production date, this service is highly likely due if not already performed. Coolant and transmission fluid condition are worth verifying, and a thorough underbonnet inspection for any signs of weeping seals, perished hoses, or evidence of recent unscheduled repairs should be carried out. Finally, during the test drive, listen for any clonks from the suspension over speed humps, uneven tyre wear suggesting misalignment or worn bushes, and any hesitation or warning lights that could indicate underlying electronic or drivetrain concerns not captured during the MOT inspection.