2022 Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0L Petrol · VS02 ANN

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward requiring consumable attention. While the car passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 30,937 miles, the tester flagged both nearside and offside front brake pads as wearing thin. This marks a departure from the clean record in February 2025, indicating that the braking system is now reaching the end of its service interval. The mileage pattern is consistent with a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. Between the February 2025 test at 23,829 miles and the January 2026 test at 30,937 miles, the car covered 7,108 miles. This rate suggests regular, light use rather than long periods of stationary neglect, which aligns with the natural wear observed on the braking components over that final twelve-month period. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking assembly to ensure the discs have not scored or become thin beyond limits. Since the tester noted thin pads on both front wheels, it is essential to check for uneven wear or seized calipers that might have accelerated this degradation. Given the relatively low mileage of the vehicle, no structural corrosion or suspension fatigue should be apparent, but the front brake pads clearly require budgeting for immediate replacement to maintain the current safety standard.