2018 Vauxhall Grandland 1.5L Diesel · RV68 PTO

This Vauxhall Grandland’s most recent MOT, conducted just six months ago on 2025-11-25, shows a clean pass with no defects recorded—though the duplicate entry suggests a rare administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical issue. The absence of advisories or failings in any of the five tests spanning 2022 to 2025 indicates a stable roadworthiness trend, with no evidence of recurring faults that would suggest neglect or mechanical degradation. The vehicle has not yet reached the 10-year MOT milestone, meaning all tests were conducted under the stricter pre-2025 criteria, where even minor issues could have been flagged. While this implies the car has avoided obvious failures, the lack of advisories also means no proactive maintenance warnings were documented—something a buyer should verify independently. The recorded mileage progression of roughly 10,888 miles annually is typical for a vehicle of this age, though the gap between the 2024 (75,589 miles) and 2023 (58,101 miles) tests—just under 18,000 miles in 14 months—suggests a period of heavier usage. The subsequent drop to around 8,000 miles between 2024 and 2025 implies a return to more moderate driving. There are no red flags in the mileage pattern itself, but the lack of intermediate servicing records means critical intervals for suspension bushes, drive shafts, and transmission fluid may have been overlooked. The most recent MOT was performed at exactly 87,100 miles, which aligns with the current odometer reading, reinforcing the need for a thorough pre-purchase inspection to confirm no hidden wear has accumulated since then. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus of an in-person inspection should centre on suspension components—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage—and the brake system, including rear caliper binding (a common silent failure in this model). The absence of advisories does not preclude corrosion; the underbody, wheel arches, and subframe should be scrutinised for rust, especially given the Vauxhall’s susceptibility to structural deterioration in wet conditions. Tyre tread and condition warrant immediate attention, as the vehicle has not failed on this in any test, yet uneven wear or low tread depth could indicate alignment issues or worn suspension. Finally, verify the exhaust system for leaks or damage, as catalytic converter failures are occasionally missed in MOTs until they become severe. The lack of documented faults does not guarantee these areas are sound—only that they passed the most recent, basic checks.