Volkswagen T-Roc
From 88,354 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 1,341 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 | 1,341 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,220 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 921 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 507 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 329 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 254 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 161 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 154 |
| seat belt not functioning as intended or of an incorrect type | 128 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 120 |
Volkswagen T-Roc on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 24,635 newly registered in the past year with 1,631 leaving, a net gain of 23,004. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 153,201 | 823 | +6,863 | -998 | +5,865 |
| 2025 Q2 | 147,692 | 467 | +6,552 | -229 | +6,323 |
| 2025 Q1 | 141,304 | 532 | +7,622 | -350 | +7,272 |
| 2024 Q4 | 134,154 | 410 | +3,598 | -54 | +3,544 |
| 2024 Q3 | 130,680 | 340 | +5,465 | -297 | +5,168 |
| 2024 Q2 | 125,563 | 289 | +6,501 | -562 | +5,939 |
| 2024 Q1 | 119,606 | 307 | +8,599 | -479 | +8,120 |
| 2023 Q4 | 111,499 | 294 | +4,038 | -70 | +3,968 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-Roc R-Line Tsi S-A | Petrol | 15,562 | 12% |
| T-Roc Life Tsi | Petrol | 12,883 | 10% |
| T-Roc Se Tsi | Petrol | 9,111 | 7% |
| T-Roc Match Tsi | Petrol | 8,759 | 7% |
| T-Roc Match Tsi S-A | Petrol | 7,452 | 6% |
| T-Roc Style Tsi | Petrol | 7,089 | 6% |
| T-Roc Life Tsi S-A | Petrol | 6,744 | 5% |
| T-Roc Style Tsi S-A | Petrol | 6,568 | 5% |
| T-Roc R-Line Tsi Evo S-A | Petrol | 6,320 | 5% |
| T-Roc Sel Tsi Evo S-A | Petrol | 5,581 | 4% |
| T-Roc Se Tsi Evo | Petrol | 5,215 | 4% |
| T-Roc R-Line Tsi | Petrol | 4,856 | 4% |
| T-Roc Sel Tsi Evo | Petrol | 4,553 | 4% |
| T-Roc Design Tsi | Petrol | 4,118 | 3% |
| T-Roc Se Tsi Evo S-A | Petrol | 3,986 | 3% |
| T-Roc Se Tdi | Diesel | 3,504 | 3% |
| T-Roc R-Line Tsi Evo | Petrol | 3,365 | 3% |
| T-Roc R-Line Tdi S-A | Diesel | 3,324 | 3% |
| T-Roc Design Tsi Evo | Petrol | 2,922 | 2% |
| T-Roc Active Tsi Evo | Petrol | 2,908 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 91.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2020 | 92.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2019 | 92.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 90.6% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all T-Rocs tested had between 25,509 and 46,550 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 33,813 median miles, the T-Roc has 0.024 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-Roc MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen T-Roc has a 91.8% MOT pass rate based on 88,354 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen T-Roc?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen T-Roc is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 1,341 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
How many Volkswagen T-Rocs are on UK roads?
There are 153,201 Volkswagen T-Rocs currently licensed on UK roads, with 823 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen T-Roc at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen T-Roc is 33,813 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 25,509 and 46,550 miles.
Buying a used T-Roc?
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.
Some links are to services we may earn from. Disclosure.
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.