2020 Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0L Petrol · YJ69 PYR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its most recent MOT pass on 17 February 2026 at 31,380 miles. While the vehicle has passed every annual test since its inception, the maintenance trend shows a recent increase in consumable wear compared to the clean record seen in February 2024. The most recent entry notes the fitting of plastic under trays, which suggests an effort to address minor underside vulnerabilities or protect components. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2020 model, averaging approximately 5,230 miles per year. The data shows consistent, incremental usage, moving from 16,530 miles in February 2023 to 21,827 miles in February 2024, then reaching 25,694 miles in February 2025, and finally 31,380 miles in February 2026. This pattern suggests the car has been used for short, regular journeys rather than heavy long-distance driving, though such low-mileage usage can sometimes lead to more frequent wear on certain components due to less frequent operating temperatures. The February 2025 test at 25,694 miles highlighted several areas of concern regarding consumable components. The tester flagged thinning brake pads on both the front and rear axles, alongside a worn, pitted, or scored offside front brake disc. The presence of tyre damage, specifically a cut on the offside rear tyre and a damaged offside front tyre, indicates a period of less careful tyre management. Although these issues appear to have been addressed or monitored, a buyer should physically inspect the current condition of the braking system, specifically checking for any signs of disc corrosion or uneven pad wear. Given the history of tyre cuts and brake component wear, a thorough inspection of the current tyre tread depth and sidewall integrity is necessary. While no structural or suspension defects have been recorded, the transition from a defect-free 2024 test to the multiple advisories in 2025 suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase where routine maintenance of wear items becomes more critical. Focus should remain on the braking hardware and the condition of the tyres to ensure the previous advisory items have been fully resolved.