2018 Vauxhall Grandland 1.2L Petrol · DP18 OKX

The overall roadworthiness status for this 2018 vehicle is non-roadworthy for the current year, with a significant deterioration in the maintenance trend. The most recent test on 2025-11-04 at 91,529 miles was a failure, confirming that the vehicle currently fails the safety test. This recent failure, occurring in the same year as the test, indicates an improving trend in the vehicle's condition, meaning the mechanical risks have worsened over time despite the test date. The mileage accumulation reflects a rapid accumulation of wear that outpaces typical usage patterns for an 8-year-old car. The test data shows a sharp drop in mileage between the 2025-11-04 test and the 2024-10-23 test, which was a PASSED test at 80,297 miles. This gap suggests that the owner skipped basic upkeep, likely due to the vehicle's age and high mileage, leading to accelerated failure of critical components such as the anti-roll bars and drive shafts. The rapid mileage change between the 2025 and 2024 test dates highlights a lack of proactive maintenance. Based on the recurring faults identified in the MOT history, a buyer should inspect the structural integrity of the suspension and drivetrain . The most critical issues are the severe deterioration of the constant velocity boots on the front and rear drive shafts, which are prone to catastrophic failure under load. Additionally, the ball joints on the front and rear anti-roll bars exhibit slight play and wear, indicating that these components are not designed to withstand the stress of the vehicle's weight and are likely prone to detachment. The oil leak noted in the 2023 test is a serious indication that the engine has been running at high load for a significant duration, suggesting that the engine may be overheating and has reached a critical point of failure.