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VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS (2019)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 10,596 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

10,596

Avg Mileage

31,639 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 5 years old, 90% of VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSSs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 10,596 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,639 miles.

How does the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS compare?

Rank among all 2019 cars803th out of 1,419(top 57%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models428th out of 1,118(top 38%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2019 cars average+0% (90% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+5% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS has 31,639 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 90%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202292%34022,601 mi
202192%10,45022,895 mi
202092%11,20126,801 mi
201990%10,59631,639 mi

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About the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS

The 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 10,596 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 31,639 miles at 5 years old, VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS Reliability Trend

The VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS

At 5 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. With 10,596 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2019 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS

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