Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI (2022)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 41 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£2,003
£167/month
MOT Pass Rate
83%
Good
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 12-25
1498cc Petrol
Solid Option
83% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. Close to the average across all models.
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Annual Running Costs
~42 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).
Reliability Verdict
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data.
83% of MOT tests on Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSIs from 2022 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 2 years old. That's based on 41 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 19,798 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
19,798
Average miles
14,800
Expected for age
The average 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI had 19,798 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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About the 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI
The 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI is a small family car. Our records list a 1498cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 41 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 3% of 2022 models for MOT pass rate.
With an average of 19,798 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI 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 £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 83% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI
At 4 years old, the Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 41 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Common Issues to Watch For
These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.
Service History
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Running Costs Compared
How the 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.
| Car | Pass Rate | Fuel/yr | Tax/yr | Est. Ins. Group | Total/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI(2022) | 83% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £2,003 |
| Nissan Qashqai(2020) | 93% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853-£150 |
| Mercedes A(2021) | 94% | £1,631 | £200 | Grp 18-32 | £2,086+£83 |
| MINI Cooper(2020) | 93% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853-£150 |
| Ford Fiesta(2020) | 91% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,630-£373 |
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.
Questions about the 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI
Is the 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 83% of MOT tests on 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSIs ended in a pass, from 41 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 1 point above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI cost to run?
Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.
What is the MOT pass rate for a 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI?
83% of 41 MOT tests on the 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1027th of 1,057 models first registered in 2022 (bottom 3%).
What is the average mileage for a 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2022 Volkswagen T-Roc Life TSI is 19,798 miles, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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