2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite NAV Turbo A 1.2L Petrol · DF21 ESO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a recent lapse in basic preventative care. While the most recent MOT in February 2026 at 16,747 miles passed without defects, the immediate failure on that same day highlights a critical oversight regarding tyre condition. The trend shows a stable record for the first three years followed by a significant failure that suggests the owner neglected to monitor tyre structural integrity prior to the annual inspection. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,350 miles per year. Data shows consistent progression between the February 2024 test at 4,623 miles, the 2025 test at 9,897 miles, and the 2026 test at 16,747 miles. This low usage often indicates the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods, which correlates directly with the failure of the rubber components, specifically the perishing and sidew cracking noted by the tester during the February 2026 exam. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the 2026 failure flagged structural separation and perishing across the set. Low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from flat spots or brake corrosion on the discs due to infrequent use. The inspector should check for pitting on the rotors and ensure the suspension bushes have not prematurely begun cracking. Since the record shows no history of structural corrosion or mechanical failures, the primary risks remain the age-related degradation of rubber rather than mechanical wear.