2020 Volkswagen T-Roc R S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,958 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc R S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, seat belts & restraints and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 77 |
| 2 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.0% | 19 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 18 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 16 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 12 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.5% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 31 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 12 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 11 |
| 5 | Catalyst emissions | 10 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 8 |
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 | 20.6% | 403 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.3% | 162 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.1% | 99 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.4% | 46 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 14 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.5% | 9 |
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 | 1,098 | 5.5% |
| 30-60k | 812 | 7.3% |
| 60-90k | 48 | 8.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 31 | 3.2% |
| 2023 | 648 | 5.7% |
| 2024 | 628 | 6.2% |
| 2025 | 651 | 7.1% |
What to check before buying a 2020 T-Roc R S-A
Before buying a 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc R S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.9% 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.
- Seat belts & restraints (1.0% of tests): Belt damage or faulty pretensioners — usually straightforward but safety-critical. Typical repair: £50–£300.
- Lighting & signalling (0.9% 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 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc R S-As pass their MOT?
93.7% of the 1,958 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc R S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volkswagen T-Roc R S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by seat belts & restraints (1.0%).
Does the 2020 T-Roc R S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.5% in the 0-30k band to 8.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,958 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.