2019 Vauxhall Grandland 1.2L Petrol · CL19 BKA

A clean slate across four consecutive MOT tests, with no advisories or failures recorded on any occasion, marks this 2019 Vauxhall Grandland as a vehicle with an unbroken record of roadworthiness. The most recent examination on 29 July 2025 returned a pass with no defects, mirroring the outcomes of the 2024, 2023, and 2022 tests. This kind of advisory-free history is relatively uncommon for a vehicle of this age and suggests that the components most commonly flagged on MOT inspections, such as suspension components, brake friction materials, underbody corrosion, and exhaust integrity, have not deteriorated to a degree warranting observation. From an MOT compliance standpoint alone, the vehicle presents a reassuring profile, though a physical inspection remains essential as MOT testing is a sampled check rather than a comprehensive mechanical audit. With 42,476 miles recorded against an age of approximately seven years, the Grandland has been driven at a roughly average annual rate of 6,068 miles. This is consistent with typical private or commuter usage and falls neither into low-mileage neglect territory nor into high-mileage wear concerns. There are no notable gaps in the testing history to suggest extended periods off the road, and the consistent year-on-year attendance implies the vehicle has remained in regular use throughout its life. Mechanically, this mileage level is moderate; the engine, transmission, and drivetrain will have experienced normal working cycles without the excessive wear associated with high-mileage examples or the corrosion risks that can affect vehicles left standing for prolonged periods. Given the absence of any recorded advisories, there are no specific flagged components to investigate further from the MOT history. However, prospective buyers should still conduct a targeted physical inspection of the areas most prone to wear on a PSA-platform SUV of this age. Check the condition of the front brake discs and pads for lipping or low friction material, and verify that the caliper slide pins are free and the handbrake holds firmly on an incline. The suspension, particularly the front lower arms, anti-roll bar bushes, and coil springs, should be inspected for cracking, perishing, or sagging, as these are common wear items on this platform. Listen for knocking or clonking noises from the front end over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or clonking through the steering wheel, which could indicate worn drop links or tie rod ends. On the test drive, pay attention to any pulling to one side under braking, vibration through the brake pedal, or excessive travel in the clutch or brake pedal. Underneath the vehicle, inspect the subframe mounting points, suspension subframes, and brake and fuel pipework for any surface corrosion, particularly given that no corrosion advisories have been recorded to date. The exhaust system should be checked for blowing joints, corroded mounting rubbers, and signs of blue smoke from the tailpipe on startup, which could indicate turbo or valve seal issues common to diesel variants of this model. Tyres should be examined for even tread wear across both axles, as uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension geometry problems not necessarily flagged during MOT testing. Finally, confirm that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after ignition, that the infotainment and climate control systems function correctly, and that there are no stored diagnostic trouble codes by reviewing any available service history alongside the clean MOT record this Grandland has earned.