2018 Vauxhall Grandland 1.5L Diesel · DS68 LCG

The roadworthiness of this vehicle remains unverified due to a critical lack of recent data. While the last recorded MOT test on 19 November 2021 at 64,389 miles resulted in a pass, the tester noted that the engine cover and under trays obscured the view of several components. Because there have been no tests recorded in the subsequent five years, it is impossible to determine if the mechanical maintenance trend is stable or if the vehicle has suffered from progressive neglect. The recorded mileage of 64,389 miles over eight years equates to an average usage of approximately 8,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for a family SUV. However, the five-year gap between the last MOT and the current date suggests that the vehicle has have either sat stationary for an extended period or operated without mandatory annual safety inspections. Long periods of standing often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and fluid contamination, none of which would necessarily have been captured in the historical record. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection to compensate for the missing history since the 2021 test. Particular attention should be paid to the underbody for signs of structural corrosion and perished suspension bushes, which deteriorate over time regardless of mileage. Since the previous tester could not see past the trays, a manual check is required to identify fluid leaks or mechanical damage that was previously hidden. Testing the brake discs for pitting and checking the tyres for age rot is also essential to ensure the vehicle is safe for road after its long period of undocumented use.