2021 Vauxhall Crossland Elite 1.2L Petrol · DN21 VTZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test on 27 May 2026 at 38,090 miles resulted in a failure due to an insecure driver's seat and a worn offside front tyre. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the presence of these faults suggests that basic safety-critical items are only being addressed when necessitated by an inspection failure. At 38,091 miles over five years, the car has averaged approximately 7,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a family vehicle. The mileage progression between the May 2024 test at 31,063 miles and the May 2025 test at 34,797 miles shows a consistent annual accumulation of roughly 3,700 miles. This low usage generally suggests that mechanical wear on drivetrain and suspension components remains moderate compared to high-mileage examples. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension and alignment, as the 2026 failure noted an offside front tyre worn on the edge, which often indicates incorrect tracking or worn suspension bushes. The 2025 record also flagged pitted and scored rear brake discs; a physical inspection should verify if these have been replaced or if they show continued thinning and corrosion. Furthermore, the driver's seat mounting bolts should be checked to ensure the previous failure was rectified correctly and that no structural fatigue exists in the seat frame.