2022 Volkswagen T-Cross Black Edition TSI S-A 1.0L Petrol · RO22 PZZ

The DVSA testing history for this 2022 Volkswagen T-Cross presents a notably clean roadworthiness profile, with only two MOT tests recorded and both resulting in pass certificates. The most recent examination on 10 July 2026 returned a pass with a single advisory concerning a nail embedded in the nearside rear tyre, while the prior test on 9 June 2025 recorded no defects at all. There are no failures, no advisories relating to braking components, suspension wear, corrosion, exhaust integrity, lighting, or structural items, and no recurring defect patterns across the documented test cycle. For a vehicle of this age and class, the absence of any advisory history beyond a single minor tyre issue represents an unblemished MOT track record to date. With 25,870 miles recorded over an approximate four-year span, the vehicle has averaged around 6,468 miles annually, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a compact crossover of this type. There are no extended gaps between test dates that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, and no sudden mileage jumps between recorded tests that might indicate irregular usage or clock anomalies. The continuity and modest annual accumulation imply steady, consistent use, which generally allows mechanical components such as the DSG automatic transmission, turbocharged petrol engine ancillaries, suspension bushes, and brake system to remain properly exercised without suffering the moisture accumulation, seal degradation, or corrosion that can develop during long stationary periods. The brake discs and pads, in particular, are unlikely to have suffered from severe corrosion given regular operation, though the absence of brake-related advisories does not eliminate the possibility of internal caliper slider pin seizing developing over time. Given the advisory recorded at the latest test, the nearside rear tyre should be the primary physical inspection point. The advisory noted a nail in the tyre, and the buyer must determine whether this has been professionally repaired or whether the tyre has since been replaced. Any repair should be examined for compliance with British Standard BS AU 159, and the repaired tyre must not be situated on the rear axle if it has been fitted to the inside shoulder, as this is illegal regardless of repair quality. The remainder of the tyres should be checked for even tread wear across the full width, as uneven wear patterns can indicate alignment issues, suspension misalignment, or prolonged under-inflation. The condition of the sidewalls should be inspected for any cracking, bulging, or impact damage, and the tread depth verified with a calibrated gauge to confirm legal compliance and to gauge remaining life. Beyond the tyre check, a thorough test drive should focus on the specific mechanical areas where age-related wear would typically begin to manifest on a T-Cross of this mileage. Listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn lower wishbone bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, or top mount bearings, none of which have yet been flagged but are common candidates as mileage progresses. On the move, the steering should feel precise and self-centring without vibration through the column at speed, and the vehicle should track straight without pulling under braking, which could point to binding brake calipers or a sticking handbrake mechanism, both common advisory items on rear drum or caliper setups. The DSG gearbox should deliver smooth, prompt upshifts and downshifts without hesitation, shudder, or clutch slip, and any delay or harshness when engaging drive from standstill warrants further investigation. Finally, a visual inspection underneath the vehicle with a torch should look for any signs of oil seepage from the engine or transmission, condition of the exhaust system for corrosion or blowing joints, and the state of the underbody protection panels, none of which have been recorded as problematic but are sensible checks given the approaching four-year service interval.