2018 Volkswagen T-ROC 1.5L Petrol · JM18 AMY
2018 Volkswagen T-ROC (1.5L, petrol). First registered 30 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 38,036 miles. MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,036 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JM18 AMY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2025
- 38,036 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JM18 AMY 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 (JM18 AMY) between April 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
JM18 AMY Mileage History
- 12/04/202218,996 mi
- 13/04/202324,910 mi+5,914 mi
- 24/04/202430,954 mi+6,044 mi
- 24/04/202535,778 mi+4,824 mi
- 28/11/202538,036 mi+2,258 mi
Average of roughly 5,244 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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