2020 Vauxhall Crossland X Griffin 1.2L Petrol · DS20 AFJ

The Vauxhall CrossLand X Griffin’s most recent MOT history, spanning August 2024 to August 2025, demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend with no recorded defects across four tests. The vehicle passed its most recent inspection on 18 August 2025 at 54,428 miles, though the record incorrectly lists a duplicate failure entry for the same date—an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical issue. The absence of advisories or repeated failures on critical systems suggests the vehicle has not experienced persistent mechanical or structural problems. However, the duplicate failure entry warrants scrutiny of the vehicle’s service history to confirm whether any underlying issues were overlooked or if the discrepancy stems from a clerical error. The recorded mileage progression indicates typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,071 miles per year. The gap between the 2023 test at 39,901 miles and the 2024 test at 48,017 miles reflects a 8,116-mile interval over 11 months, while the subsequent 6,411 miles were covered in just four months before the 2025 test. This pattern suggests no prolonged periods of neglect or excessive wear, though the accelerated mileage in the final year may have accelerated consumable wear on items like brakes, suspension bushes, and tyres. The lack of MOT failures or advisories during this period implies that basic maintenance—such as brake pad replacement or tyre rotation—was likely conducted on schedule. Given the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of high-wear components that are not directly tested during MOTs. Focus on the suspension system, particularly the condition of coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers, as these are prone to fatigue over 54,000 miles. The brakes should be examined for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle was driven aggressively in the final year. Structural integrity is also worth assessing, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the rear subframe, where corrosion can compromise safety without immediate MOT failure. The absence of advisories does not preclude hidden issues, so attention to these areas will provide a clearer picture of the vehicle’s long-term reliability.