2020 Vauxhall Crossland 1.2L Petrol · SD20 AHJ

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy following a clean pass on 26 March 2026 at 83,695 miles. The maintenance trend appears to be improving, moving from several recorded defects in earlier years to a period of three consecutive clean passes. While the 2023 test highlighted issues with exhaust hangers and multiple tyres worn to the legal limit, the subsequent inspections in 2024, 2025, and 2026 show no recorded defects or advisories. The mileage accumulation is significant for a 2020 vehicle, averaging approximately 13,949 miles per year. Between the May 2023 test at 60,525 miles and the March 2024 test at 70,265 miles, the car covered nearly 10,000 miles in under a year. The most recent interval between April 2025 and March 2026 saw an increase of 6,248 miles. This consistent, high-frequency usage suggests the vehicle is used regularly for long-distance commuting rather than short urban trips, which typically results in more even wear across drivetrain components but higher cumulative stress on suspension and braking systems. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the exhaust system and emissions components. Although the 2024 failure at 70,263 miles for an exhaust Lambda reading outside specified limits was resolved, the underlying cause of the incorrect air-fuel ratio should be verified to ensure the oxygen sensor or catalytic converter is functioning correctly. The 2023 report of broken exhaust hangers and multiple tyres worn on the edges suggests a previous period of neglected consumable maintenance or potential alignment issues. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake disc thickness is advisable. The history of uneven tyre wear in 2023 indicates that wheel alignment or suspension geometry may have been compromised in the past. While the recent MOTs are clear, the high annual mileage warrants a close examination of the underside for any signs of premature wear or fluid leaks from the engine and gearbox.