2018 Volkswagen T-ROC 2.0L Petrol · R50 LAB
2018 Volkswagen T-ROC (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 2018. Recorded mileage 14,755 miles. MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 14,755 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R50 LAB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 14,755 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R50 LAB 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 (R50 LAB) between November 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
R50 LAB Mileage History
- 03/11/20215,212 mi
- 11/11/20227,105 mi+1,893 mi
- 22/11/20238,912 mi+1,807 mi
- 21/11/202411,565 mi+2,653 mi
- 03/11/202514,755 mi+3,190 mi
Average of roughly 2,385 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen T-Roc Mk1 (A1)
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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.
- DQ200 7-Speed Dry-Clutch DSG Shudder and Mechatronic WearSerious
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