2018 Vauxhall Crossland 1.2L Petrol · DT68 FXK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful retest on 15 August 2025 at 81,686 miles, though the maintenance record shows a clear shift from compliance to recurring faults over the last two years. Three consecutive clean tests from December 2021 through May 2023 indicate the previous owner maintained basic standards without issue. However, the 2024 test at 65,715 miles introduced a persistent defect: a defective front exhaust mounting. This fault carried through to the August 2025 test, suggesting the underlying cause was not addressed until the final retest. Electrical faults also appeared, with a nearside headlamp failure in May 2024 and a nearside rear position lamp failure later that year. Mileage accumulation tracks at roughly 10,211 miles per year, which sits squarely within the expected range for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps between the recorded tests, meaning the car was not left standing for extended periods. The odometer reading of 81,686 miles at the time of the final test confirms consistent annual usage rather than sporadic long-distance driving or stationary storage. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front exhaust mounting point and surrounding underbody panels for heat damage or corrosion, as the defect persisted across two MOT cycles. The nearside lighting cluster warrants specific attention, given the recorded failures of both the dipped beam headlamp and the rear position lamp. While these are electrical and exhaust-mounting faults rather than structural integrity risks, the recurring nature suggests the vehicle may require immediate attention to its wiring harness and exhaust fixings before further use.