2018 Volkswagen T-ROC 1.5L Petrol · FT18 AOO
2018 Volkswagen T-ROC (1.5L, petrol). First registered 19 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 48,695 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,695 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FT18 AOO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2026
- 48,695 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FT18 AOO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen T-Roc (FT18 AOO) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
FT18 AOO Mileage History
- 07/07/202332,506 mi
- 15/07/202439,281 mi+6,775 mi
- 14/07/202545,024 mi+5,743 mi
- 15/07/202648,964 mi+3,940 mi
- 15/07/202648,695 mi-269 mi
Average of roughly 5,355 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Common Problems: VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 1.5 TSI "Kangarooing"(Moderate)
Software issue on early 1.5 TSI manual cars causing hesitation when cold.
- MQB Thermoplastic Water Pump & Thermostat Housing Coolant Leak(Moderate)
On 1.0 TSI, 1.5 TSI, and 2.0 TSI models, the plastic coolant pump module body warps from thermal cycling, resulting in slow coolant loss and pink crusty stains near the oil filter housing.
- DQ200 7-Speed Dry-Clutch DSG Shudder and Mechatronic Wear(Serious)
Front-wheel drive petrol T-Rocs fitted with the 7-speed dry-clutch DQ200 DSG can suffer clutch shudder when taking off and occasional mechatronic valve body pressure loss.
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- 1.5 TSI "Kangarooing"Moderate
Software issue on early 1.5 TSI manual cars causing hesitation when cold.
- MQB Thermoplastic Water Pump & Thermostat Housing Coolant LeakModerate
On 1.0 TSI, 1.5 TSI, and 2.0 TSI models, the plastic coolant pump module body warps from thermal cycling, resulting in slow coolant loss and pink crusty stains near the oil filter housing.
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