2019 Vauxhall Grandland 1.2L Petrol · SK19 VJC

The Vauxhall Grandland’s most recent MOT, conducted on 17 November 2025 at 91,965 miles, passed without defects, indicating the vehicle currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards. However, the preceding tests reveal a pattern of recurring low-level issues rather than a stable maintenance trend. Front brake discs were flagged in December 2024 for wear, while rear discs showed similar concerns in December 2022, suggesting uneven or delayed brake component replacement. The 2023 test further highlighted all four tyres worn close to legal limits, a failure repeated only on the front pair in 2024, implying inconsistent tyre rotation or underinflation. While no major structural or safety-critical failures appear, the cumulative wear on brakes and tyres suggests the vehicle has not undergone systematic servicing. The mileage progression of 91,965 miles over approximately seven years—roughly 13,138 miles annually—is unusually high for a vehicle of this age, particularly given the lack of intermediate MOT records between February 2022 and December 2022, when mileage jumped from 32,066 to 41,454. This suggests either extended periods of inactivity or rapid usage without proportional maintenance. The gap between the 2022 February and December tests (a 9,388-mile interval) is also unusually long for a vehicle with worn brake discs already noted, raising questions about whether critical components were addressed between tests. The most recent MOT, just six months old, aligns with current DVSA guidelines but does not account for wear accumulated since then. A buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the brake system, focusing on the condition of all discs and pads—particularly the front and rear components previously flagged. The 2023 tyre failures indicate potential alignment or suspension issues, so suspension bushes, coil springs, and wheel bearings should be examined for uneven wear or corrosion. Given the high mileage and irregular maintenance pattern, corrosion checks on wheel arches, subframes, and exhaust components are essential, as are tests for fluid leaks (brake, power steering, coolant) that might indicate neglected servicing. The absence of major advisories in recent tests does not preclude hidden wear, so a thorough visual and functional assessment remains critical.