2021 Volkswagen T-ROC Active TSI EVO S-A 1.5L Petrol · FD21 XOJ

The vehicle currently maintains a clean roadworthiness status with a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted in April 2026 at 18,660 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed, and the vehicle currently meets all UK DVSA safety and emissions standards without immediate concern. The mileage profile is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,732 miles annually. Between the April 2024 test at 13,048 miles and the April 2025 test at 15,875 miles, the car covered only 2,127 miles, suggesting very low-intensity use or long periods of immobization. While low mileage generally reduces wear and tear on the drivetrain and suspension components, it often increases the risk of material degradation in rubber-based parts if the vehicle sits stationary for extended durations. A prospective buyer should specifically inspect the physical condition of the tyres due to the failures recorded in April 2024, where the tester flagged cracking and perishing on the nearside front, offside front, and offside rear tyres. Despite the vehicle passing subsequent tests, low-mileage cars frequently suffer from dry rot over time regardless of tread depth. The buyer should also check for flat spots on the tyres and corrosion on the brake discs, as infrequent use can lead to surface rust and seized caliper pistons.