2021 Vauxhall Crossland Ultimate NAV Turbo 1.2L Petrol · JO70 DRU

The Vauxhall CrossLand’s most recent MOT, conducted just 11 months ago on 2025-08-06 at 52,476 miles, confirms a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows an unusual but non-fatal failure on the preceding day, 2025-08-05, at the same mileage—likely a procedural or administrative oversight rather than a mechanical issue. The prior tests in 2024, at 33,614 and 29,231 miles, also passed without failings, suggesting consistent compliance with MOT standards over the past two years. There is no evidence of recurring faults or advisory trends in the record, though the double-testing in August 2025 warrants scrutiny of whether the vehicle was moved between tests or if a minor issue was overlooked. The recorded mileage progression reveals a steady accumulation of approximately 10,500 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2024-03-21 test (29,231 miles) and the 2024-08-20 test (33,614 miles) indicates a 4,383-mile interval, while the subsequent 8,862 miles were covered in just five months before the 2025-08-06 pass. This pattern suggests regular driving rather than prolonged inactivity, though the lack of intermediate MOTs means no visibility into potential interim issues. The absence of advisory notes in any test implies no deferred maintenance was documented by the tester. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components not directly tested by the MOT. The suspension—particularly coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be checked for uneven wear or fluid leaks, as these are not routinely scrutinised beyond basic functionality. Brake discs and pads, while not failed in MOTs, may show uneven wear or glazing, especially if the vehicle was driven hard between tests. Corrosion should be assessed at wheel arches, sills, and underbody, as this model is prone to rust in wet conditions. Finally, the turbocharged engine’s intercooler and intake manifold should be inspected for soot buildup or leaks, as turbo systems are often overlooked until performance drops. The double-testing in August 2025, though likely benign, justifies verifying no minor faults—such as binding calipers or loose wheel nuts—were present but not recorded.