2019 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite NAV Turbo 1.2L Petrol · ML69 FHD

The most recent MOT, carried out on 25 November 2025, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met the statutory safety and emissions standards at that point. This represents an improvement over the preceding years, during which the car suffered several failures – notably dangerous tyre damage in December 2024, dangerously thin front brake pads in November 2023, and an excessively worn front suspension arm ball‑joint in November 2025 (recorded on the same day as the pass). The shift from repeated failures to a clean pass suggests that remedial work has been undertaken, but the recent history still flags areas that required attention and may re‑emerge if not monitored. At 47,828 miles on a 2019 model, the vehicle averages roughly 6,800 miles per year, which is within the normal UK usage envelope. The mileage is modest for a seven‑year‑old SUV, implying that the car has not been subjected to high‑stress, high‑kilometre duty cycles. However, the pattern of low annual mileage can also indicate periods of prolonged storage, during which components such as rubber seals, tyres and battery cells can deteriorate from age rather than wear. The relatively low wear on the power‑train is a positive sign, but the age‑related degradation of consumables must be inspected. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the tyre set, as the MOT record shows repeated advisories and a dangerous failure concerning exposed cords, sidewall cracking and tread close to the legal limit on all four corners over the past three years. Inspect each tyre for age (the DOT code should not be older than six years), sidewall integrity, and uniform tread depth; look for bulges, cracks, or uneven wear that could point to mis‑aligned suspension or worn bushings. During a test drive listen for thumping or vibration that may indicate a tyre that is perished or a wheel that is out of balance. Verify that the front suspension ball joint that was flagged as excessively worn has been replaced, and check the condition of the lower control arm bushes, tie‑rod ends and shock absorbers for any play, clunking or leaking, especially when applying steering inputs or traversing bumps. In addition to the tyre focus, confirm that the front brake pads have been renewed following the 2023 failure, and examine the brake discs for scoring, rust or uneven wear that could cause shudder. Check the rear brake pads and discs as well, given the earlier advisory on rear tyre condition which often correlates with brake balance issues. Because the vehicle has spent several years with relatively low mileage, inspect the 12‑volt battery for sulphation, verify that the electrolyte level is adequate (if it is a conventional lead‑acid unit), and test the cranking performance. Review the service book for evidence of timed fluid changes – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and gearbox oil – as these fluids degrade with time even if the car is not driven heavily. Look for any signs of corrosion on the chassis, under‑body and exhaust system, especially around mounting points that may have been exposed to moisture during periods of inactivity. Addressing these age‑related items will help ensure that the vehicle remains reliable and road‑worthy beyond the next MOT.