2019 Volkswagen T-Cross — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 28,935 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volkswagen T-Cross, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.1% in the 90-120k group versus 6.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.1% | 1,181 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.9% | 847 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 444 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.3% | 389 |
| 5 | Steering | 1.1% | 322 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 159 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 651 |
| 2 | Track rod end | 399 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 337 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 327 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 274 |
| 6 | Washers | 258 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.3% | 6,437 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.3% | 5,016 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.7% | 1,928 |
| 4 | Steering | 3.5% | 1,009 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.1% | 611 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.9% | 560 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 17,577 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 10,181 | 13.1% |
| 60-90k | 1,064 | 15.9% |
| 90-120k | 93 | 16.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 28,463 | 9.2% |
| Diesel | 472 | 7.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 52 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 7,016 | 5.4% |
| 2023 | 7,165 | 8.2% |
| 2024 | 7,126 | 10.0% |
| 2025 | 7,576 | 13.0% |
What to check before buying a 2019 T-Cross
Before buying a 2019 Volkswagen T-Cross, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Volkswagen T-Crosss pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 28,935 2019 Volkswagen T-Cross MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volkswagen T-Cross?
Tyres, recorded in 4.1% of tests, followed by brakes (2.9%).
Does the 2019 T-Cross get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 16.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 28,935 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.