2018 Vauxhall Grandland 1.6L Diesel · SC18 KBX

A clean and consistent MOT record defines this 2018 Vauxhall Grandland, with no advisories, no component failures, and no defects recorded across four tests spanning 2023 to 2025. The most recent test on 16 April 2025 returned a Pass alongside a separate Fail entry on the same date, though both records show no defects recorded; this pairing is typical of a minor rectification carried out between an initial refusal and the subsequent re-test, rather than any underlying mechanical concern. With three consecutive Passes and no repeat advisories appearing on the database, the vehicle demonstrates a stable roadworthiness profile with no emerging patterns of wear or deterioration flagged by DVSA examiners. Covering approximately 61,171 miles over eight years, the Grandland has accumulated around 7,646 miles annually, a broadly average figure for its age and consistent with regular mixed-use driving rather than long-term storage or high-mileage motorway work. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing record, with annual coverage maintained since 2023, and the mileage progression between tests appears steady. This kind of usage pattern is mechanically favourable: the engine, transmission, and ancillary drive systems have remained in regular operation, avoiding the risks associated with infrequent use such as oil seal drying, brake disc corrosion, or DPF and turbo oil line堵塞 on the diesel variants. At the same time, the mileage is not so high as to imply imminent wear concerns on major drivetrain components. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there are no specific component histories to investigate further on the MOT data alone, but a thorough physical inspection and test drive remain essential given the vehicle's age and mileage. Particular attention should be paid to the suspension geometry, including front lower control arm bushes and rear torsion beam bushes, both of which are common wear points on the Grandland platform and can produce clonking or wandering steering before they manifest as test failures. Brake discs and pads should be inspected for lipping, corrosion around the outer edge, and uneven wear, especially given that around 61,000 miles typically represents at least one full brake renewal cycle. On the road, listen for any diesel knock on cold start, feel for clutch slip or judder under load, and check for pulling under braking which can indicate warped discs or binding calipers. Given the lack of recorded rust advisories or brake pipe corrosion notes, the underbody and chassis should still be visually inspected for any fresh surface corrosion, particularly around the rear axle, subframe mounting points, and brake line unions, as these areas on PSA-derived platforms can deteriorate between MOTs. Inspect the exhaust system for blue smoke on start-up or under acceleration, which can suggest turbo seal wear or oil consumption issues on higher-mileage units. Confirm that all warning lights clear promptly on ignition and that the DPF regeneration cycle is completing without entering limp mode, which is a worthwhile functional check on any diesel Grandland of this vintage. Overall, the clean MOT history provides reassurance, but a hands-on mechanical inspection and a comprehensive service record review remain the deciding factors before purchase.