2018 Vauxhall Grandland 1.2L Petrol · OY67 MMF

The most recent MOT, carried out on 28 July 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle meets the current statutory safety standards. Over the past five years the majority of tests have also been passed, with only two occasions of failure – the 2024 rear‑tyre tread depth deficiency and a 2022 failure for a missing fuel‑cap sealing device – both of which appear to have been remedied promptly. Advisories concerning thin front‑brake pads have been present since 2022, suggesting that the brake wear items have not yet reached the replacement threshold but are approaching it. Overall the maintenance trend can be described as stable, with occasional wear‑related alerts that are typical for a vehicle of this age. At 67,237 mi the Grandland averages roughly 8,400 mi per year, a usage pattern that sits comfortably within normal UK private‑car expectations. There are no large mileage spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity evident in the record, implying the vehicle has been driven regularly rather than stored for extended intervals. This moderate annual mileage means that consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components will have experienced gradual wear rather than accelerated degradation, but it also suggests that time‑related ageing of rubber and fluid seals will be a factor to consider. When inspecting the vehicle, give particular attention to the rear tyre condition; the 2024 failure indicates that tread depth fell below the legal 1.6 mm limit, so verify that all four tyres now have at least 3 mm of tread and that sidewalls show no cracking, bulging or dry‑rot, especially if the car has spent time standing. Examine the front brake pads for remaining thickness and listen for any shudder or squeal under moderate braking, which could signal that the pads are close to the minimum wear point and that the discs may be beginning to show scoring. Confirm that the fuel‑cap sealing device is present and that the cap seats securely, as a missing cap can lead to evaporative emissions issues and fuel‑system contamination. Remove any child‑seat fixtures to allow a full visual check of the adult seatbelt anchorage and re‑lock the belt to ensure smooth operation. Beyond the items flagged by the MOT, conduct a comprehensive age‑related review: inspect the 12‑volt battery for corrosion on terminals and test its cranking voltage, as eight‑year‑old batteries often lose capacity even with modest mileage. Check the suspension bushings, ball joints and anti‑roll bar links for any play or knocking when applying firm steering inputs or driving over bumps. Look for signs of rust around wheel arches, under the chassis and on the exhaust system, which can develop in vehicles that have been stationary for periods. Finally, verify that the service book contains regular oil, filter and coolant changes at the manufacturer‑recommended intervals, and consider a full fluid flush (engine oil, brake fluid, coolant and gearbox oil) if the last documented service predates the 2022 MOT, as fluids degrade with time regardless of mileage.