2021 Volkswagen T-Cross SEL TSI EVO S-A 1.5L Petrol · RA21 GZF

The vehicle holds a current MOT, passing its most recent test on 22 July 2025 at 21,455 miles. The maintenance trend is currently stable but flagged with minor advisories rather than major structural or mechanical failures. No dangerous defects or serious corrosion items appear on record. The tester noted cracking and perishing on multiple tyres, which points toward age-related rubber deterioration rather than high-mileage wear. Mileage accumulation is low for a 2021 vehicle. Between the July 2024 test at 17,520 miles and the July 2025 test at 21,455 miles, the car covered 3,935 miles in twelve months. Over its five-year life, the annual average sits near 4,291 miles. Such light use typically reduces mechanical wear but increases the risk of long stationary periods, which can cause tyre flat-spotting, brake surface corrosion, and dried-out rubber components. The record contains no gaps in testing continuity, and the mileage progression appears consistent with genuine use rather than a rolled-back odometer. The July 2025 test flagged the nearside front and offside front tyres as worn close to the legal limit, with outer edge wear and cracking on both sidewalls. The nearside rear tyre also showed cracking and perishing on its outer sidewall. Outer edge wear on both front tyres suggests possible misaligned toe or camber settings, or under-inflation over time. A buyer should inspect the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and tracking geometry in person, as uneven tyre wear often reflects underlying alignment or suspension issues rather than simple neglect. The cracking sidewalls indicate the rubber has aged, so even if tread depth remains legal, the tyres may need imminent replacement. Beyond the tyres, the MOT record is clean of brake, exhaust, or structural corrosion advisories. Still, a buyer should check the brake discs and pads for surface rust from standing periods, verify the condition of all suspension components for dry perishing, and confirm the exhaust system for any signs of early corrosion. The low mileage and short testing window mean hidden long-term wear is unlikely, but age-related rubber and alignment faults remain the primary concern.