2019 Vauxhall Grandland 1.5L Diesel · FE68 BNK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean pass in March 2025 at 97,658 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than proactive upkeep. The failure recorded just ten days prior to that pass, at 97,063 miles, revealed multiple safety-critical defects including steering geometry issues, lighting failures, and a binding caliper. While these issues were rectified to secure the subsequent pass, the cluster of faults suggests that mechanical components were only addressed once they reached a failure threshold. The Grandland has covered significant mileage for its age, averaging approximately 14,000 miles per year over last seven years. There is a notable acceleration in usage between February 2024 at 81,904 miles and March 2025 at 97,658 miles, during which the vehicle clocked over 15,000 miles in just thirteen months. This high rate of annual travel places consistent strain on the drivetrain and suspension components. The transition from slight play in anti-roll bar linkages in 2024 to a total failure of a track rod end in 2025 indicates a pattern of accelerated wear on the front steering assembly under these high-mile conditions. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension for signs of rubber degradation and joint play, as the history shows recurring issues with track rod ends and anti-roll bars. The nearside rear service brake binding noted in the 2025 failure requires a physical check to ensure the piston is not seizing and that the caliper mechanism is not suffering from excessive corrosion. Given the high mileage, an assessment of the brake discs and the condition of the undercarriage is essential to ensure no structural thinning has developed that was missed during the previous MOT tests.