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VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 817 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

817

Avg Mileage

20,378 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,582

Is the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 3 years old, 95% of VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 817 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,378 miles.

How does the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars834th out of 3,373(top 25%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models114th out of 1,118(top 10%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+3% (92% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+10% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A has 20,378 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

How much does a 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1498cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,582
Per month£132/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 R-LINE TSI EVO S-A by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202195%81720,378 mi
202091%30525,975 mi

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About the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A

The 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A is a small family car with a 1498cc petrol engine. 817 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 20,378 miles at 3 years old, VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A Fuel Costs

The 1498cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A

The VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS R-LINE TSI EVO S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: