Volkswagen T-Cross
From 19,969 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer T-Crosss fare better: 2022 models pass at 90.9% vs 88.9% for 2019.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 387 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 387 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 385 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 144 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 137 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 129 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. | 113 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 97 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 75 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 72 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated | 66 |
Volkswagen T-Cross on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 7,495 newly registered in the past year with 584 leaving, a net gain of 6,911. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 51,760 | 201 | +1,355 | -188 | +1,167 |
| 2025 Q2 | 50,575 | 219 | +1,927 | -0 | +1,942 |
| 2025 Q1 | 48,676 | 176 | +2,591 | -359 | +2,232 |
| 2024 Q4 | 46,507 | 113 | +1,622 | -37 | +1,585 |
| 2024 Q3 | 44,885 | 150 | +1,685 | -280 | +1,405 |
| 2024 Q2 | 43,527 | 103 | +1,926 | -1 | +1,925 |
| 2024 Q1 | 41,599 | 106 | +2,263 | -0 | +2,524 |
| 2023 Q4 | 39,091 | 90 | +3,093 | -0 | +3,241 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-Cross Se Tsi | Petrol | 8,849 | 18% |
| T-Cross R-Line Tsi S-A | Petrol | 5,558 | 11% |
| T-Cross Black Edition Tsi | Petrol | 4,998 | 10% |
| T-Cross Match Tsi | Petrol | 3,635 | 7% |
| T-Cross Sel Tsi | Petrol | 3,555 | 7% |
| T-Cross Se Tsi S-A | Petrol | 3,271 | 7% |
| T-Cross Sel Tsi S-A | Petrol | 3,008 | 6% |
| T-Cross Black Edition Tsi S-A | Petrol | 2,995 | 6% |
| T-Cross R-Line Tsi | Petrol | 2,911 | 6% |
| T-Cross Match Tsi S-A | Petrol | 2,567 | 5% |
| T-Cross S Tsi | Petrol | 1,735 | 3% |
| T-Cross R-Line Tsi Evo S-A | Petrol | 1,292 | 3% |
| T-Cross Sel Tsi Evo S-A | Petrol | 1,039 | 2% |
| T-Cross Active Tsi | Petrol | 929 | 2% |
| T-Cross Life Tsi | Petrol | 817 | 2% |
| T-Cross Active Tsi S-A | Petrol | 734 | 1% |
| T-Cross United Tsi | Petrol | 629 | 1% |
| T-Cross Life Tsi S-A | Petrol | 386 | <1% |
| T-Cross Move Tsi | Petrol | 357 | <1% |
| T-Cross Se Edition Tsi | Petrol | 352 | <1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 90.9% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2021 | 91.3% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 90.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2019 | 88.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all T-Crosss tested had between 17,578 and 34,520 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 23,500 median miles, the T-Cross has 0.041 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Volkswagen models
| Volkswagen Golf | 79.1% |
| Volkswagen Polo | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Transporter | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 84.6% |
| Volkswagen Passat | 76.9% |
Common questions
What is the Volkswagen T-Cross MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen T-Cross has a 90.4% MOT pass rate based on 19,969 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen T-Cross?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen T-Cross is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 387 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
How many Volkswagen T-Crosss are on UK roads?
There are 51,760 Volkswagen T-Crosss currently licensed on UK roads, with 201 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen T-Cross at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen T-Cross is 23,500 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,578 and 34,520 miles.
Buying a used T-Cross?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.