2018 Vauxhall Crossland 1.6L Diesel · DP67 HPK

The Vauxhall Crossland’s most recent MOT, conducted on 20 September 2025 at 101,065 miles, confirms it remains roadworthy with no defects recorded. Over the past three annual tests—all passing without fail—the vehicle demonstrates a stable maintenance pattern, though the absence of advisories or recurring issues does not preclude underlying wear. The latest test’s proximity to today (just under a year ago) suggests the vehicle has since remained compliant, though a thorough pre-purchase inspection is essential to verify no deferred or hidden faults have developed. The recorded mileage reveals an unusually aggressive usage profile for a vehicle of this age. Between the January 2023 and September 2023 tests, the mileage jumped by 8,659 miles in just eight months, averaging over 1,000 miles per month—a rate that accelerates wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain components. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 January tests (12,832 miles in 12 months) further underscores this trend, implying either consistent high-mileage operation or periods of neglect between services. Such rapid accumulation raises concerns over consumable life, particularly brakes and tyres, which may have been pushed beyond manufacturer recommendations. Given the lack of MOT advisories, no structural faults were flagged in prior tests, but the high mileage demands scrutiny of suspension integrity. Focus on rear wheel alignment, as binding calipers or worn suspension bushes could have gone unnoticed without a dynamic inspection. Brake discs and pads, given the aggressive mileage, should be measured for remaining thickness and inspected for lateral wear patterns. Corrosion checks are also critical, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, where salt ingress over 100,000 miles could compromise structural integrity. Exhaust emissions, while not historically problematic, warrant a visual inspection for leaks or catalytic converter degradation, which often accelerates after 80,000 miles.