2019 Vauxhall Grandland 1.5L Diesel · MF19 LPJ

A clean and unblemished DVSA record defines this Grandland, with no advisories, failures, or component defects logged across five tests spanning from March 2023 through December 2025. The most recent examination on 4 December 2025 returned a straightforward pass with no defects recorded, continuing a pattern established at the previous test in January 2025. The lone failure on the record, dated 7 January 2025, also shows no defects recorded, suggesting an administrative refusal rather than a mechanical issue, as the vehicle passed the same day with no defects identified. This unbroken run of clean tests indicates consistent structural integrity and no emerging wear patterns flagged by the tester. At 54,927 miles on a seven-year-old vehicle, the Grandland has been driven at an average rate of approximately 7,800 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a car of this age in the UK. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record that would suggest extended periods off the road, with annual tests consistently appearing between March 2023 and December 2025. The mileage progression is steady and uninterrupted, pointing to regular rather than sporadic use. This kind of usage pattern tends to keep mechanical components, particularly rubber bushes, brake components, and drivetrain parts, in a healthy operating state rather than suffering the deterioration associated with long-standing neglect. Despite the absence of flagged defects, a prospective buyer should still pay close attention during a physical inspection and test drive to the areas commonly prone to wear on Grandlands of this generation. The front suspension, particularly the lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar links, should be checked for any knocking or clonking over uneven surfaces, as these components are known to deteriorate on PSA-derived platforms of this age. Steering feel should be evaluated for any vagueness, droning, or pulling under braking, which could indicate worn drop links or tracking issues. On the test drive, listen for any suspension creaks or rattles when traversing speed bumps or potholes, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel that might suggest warped front brake discs. The braking system, while never flagged, should still be examined for binding calipers or corroded brake pipes, particularly given the road salt exposure typical of UK winters over seven years. Inspect the underside for any signs of corrosion around the rear axle beam, subframe mounting points, and brake line junctions, as these are areas that can deteriorate before being formally recorded as advisories. The exhaust system should be checked for any blowing joints or signs of corrosion at mounting points, and all tyres should be examined for even wear patterns that might suggest alignment or suspension geometry issues. Given the vehicle's otherwise pristine MOT history, any deviation found during a hands-on inspection could indicate problems that have developed since the December 2025 test or were simply not flagged by the previous examiner.