2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SRI NAV Turbo A 1.2L Petrol · DL70 ODA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 40,908 miles passed, it introduced new advisories regarding fluctuating front service brakes and worn rear tyres. This follows a failure in December 2024 due to a missing caliper retaining clip on the offside front, suggesting that mechanical faults are only addressed once they trigger a formal test failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of roughly 10,000 miles between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 10,359 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. This regular usage suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which generally benefits engine seals and battery, despite the consistent wear on consumable components. A buyer must inspect the front braking system thoroughly. The December 2025 advisory for fluctuating both nearside and offside front brakes often indicates disc thickness variation or glazing caused by uneven heat distribution. Given the previous failure for a missing caliper clip, a technician should verify that all brake hardware is properly secured and that the calipers are free from binding. Additionally, the recurring mention of tyres worn on the edges in both 2023 and 2025 indicates a potential alignment issue or suspension bushing wear that requires checking to prevent premature tyre failure.