2018 Volkswagen T-ROC 1.5L Petrol · JO02 HML
2018 Volkswagen T-ROC (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 61,877 miles. MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,877 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JO02 HML Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 61,877 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JO02 HML 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 (JO02 HML) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.
JO02 HML Mileage History
- 21/04/202344,287 mi
- 30/03/202450,129 mi+5,842 mi
- 02/04/202555,378 mi+5,249 mi
- 01/04/202661,875 mi+6,497 mi
- 01/04/202661,877 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,971 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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