2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo 1.2L Petrol · DS21 KPF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a downward trend regarding basic consumable upkeep. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 67,659 miles passed, it revealed new issues with tyres that were absent in previous years. The tester flagged both the nearside front and rear tyres as being worn close to the legal limit and showing uneven wear, suggesting a lack of proactive tyre management or alignment checks prior to the inspection. The mileage pattern reflects a high-use profile, averaging approximately 13,500 miles per year which exceeds the national average for a five-year-old vehicle. Between the April 2025 and April 2026 tests, the car covered nearly10,000 miles in just 12 months. This consistent rate of use puts accelerated stress on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system. The record shows no evidence of mechanical failures or structural corrosion, but the rapid mileage accumulation indicates the vehicle has likely seen significant long-distance motorway use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry and alignment, as the edge wear noted on the tyres in 2026 often points to worn bushes or worn control arms. Given the high mileage, the brake discs and pads should be checked for excessive thinning or signs of glazing. Additionally, the recurring advisories regarding child seats obstructing belt inspections across the last three years are non-mechanical but indicate a pattern of owners who did not prepare the vehicle thoroughly for testing. Focus attention on the state of the underbody to ensure the high mileage has not caused premature degradation of the structural components.