2018 Volkswagen T-ROC 1.6L Diesel · J28 MBL

The vehicle currently presents in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent MOT on 10 July 2026 at 71,504 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows significant improvement following a period of instability. While the car previously struggled with recurring failures related to consumables, the last two annual tests have resulted in clean passes without advisories, suggesting that the current owner has addressed the underlying mechanical issues that previously flagged the vehicle. The mileage pattern remains consistent with the eight-year age of the car, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. There is a notable cluster of activity in mid-2025 where the car covered only 16 miles between a failure and a subsequent pass, indicating an immediate response to required repairs. Since then, the mileage has increased steadily, covering 23,132 miles between August 2024 and July 2026. This indicates regular road use, which is generally beneficial for preventing the corrosion-related issues often seen on stationary vehicles. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system, as the record reveals a persistent history of thin pads and worn discs. The 2024 failure specifically highlighted an inoperative Engine Malfunction Indicator and significantly worn rear discs, which are serious mechanical concerns. While the vehicle has passed since then, a physical inspection should verify that the rear calipers are not binding and that the electronic management system is functioning correctly. The recurring nature of pitted and scored discs suggests the vehicle may be prone to moisture-related corrosion or has neglected service intervals. Tyres and wiper blades also require scrutiny, as the history shows multiple failures due to sidewall damage and uneven wear in 2023 and 2024. The buyer should check the current depth and condition of all four tyres to ensure the previous replacements were of adequate quality. Since no structural issues or deep corrosion have been noted in the history, the focus should remain on the mechanical state of the wear components and the overall integrity of the engine management sensors.