2018 Vauxhall Crossland 1.2L Petrol · DF18 KDJ

Most recent MOT outcome The latest MOT dated 22 April 2026 shows a failure for a major front‑exhaust leak and a broken exhaust‑system bracket. A leak of exhaust gases is a serious safety defect – it can allow fumes into the cabin and may indicate corrosion or damage to the pipework. The same date also records a “PASS” entry, but the failure overrides any pass, meaning the vehicle could not be legally driven until the exhaust is repaired. Recurring mechanical pattern Earlier MOTs (June 2024) highlighted a split CV‑joint boot on the off‑side front inner drive shaft, worn front brake discs and pads, and tyre damage on all four wheels. Those same tyre and brake issues were again recorded as failures in June 2024, showing that the wear was already at the legal limit at that time. No further brake‑related defects appear in the 2025 or 2026 records, suggesting the brakes may have been refreshed or the wear slowed, but the tyre condition was never addressed in the MOT notes. Trend analysis - Tyres: In 2024 the tyres were already close to the legal limit and showing cracking. If they have not been replaced since, they will be well beyond safe wear now (almost two years later). - Brakes: The front disc wear was noted in 2024 but not repeated in later tests, which could mean the discs were replaced or the wear stabilised. The front pads were below the minimum thickness in 2024, a condition that should have been remedied.