2019 Vauxhall Grandland 1.2L Petrol · SS19 EBX

A largely clean MOT profile defines this 2019 Vauxhall Grandland, with five consecutive passes recorded between July 2022 and December 2025 and no advisory-free concerns escalating into failures. The most recent test on 2 December 2025 returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing a generally stable roadworthiness trend. That said, the historical advisories warrant attention: front brake pads were noted as wearing thin in November 2024, and a nearside front tyre was flagged as worn close to the legal limit and on its edge in December 2023. These are not catastrophic findings, but they indicate consumable components that have already been working through their service life, and any buyer should verify the current status of the braking system and tyres rather than assuming they were replaced post-test. Mileage accumulation is notably low for the vehicle's age. With 31,464 miles recorded over roughly seven years, the Grandland has covered approximately 4,495 miles annually, well below the typical mileage for a car of this vintage. The testing record shows consistent annual MOTs from 2022 onwards, with no multi-year lay-up evident that might raise concerns about seized brakes, deteriorated rubber seals, or a flat 12V battery. Low annual mileage can reduce wear on major drivetrain components, but it can also bring its own considerations such as prolonged standing periods, which can affect brake disc surface corrosion, tyre sidewall cracking from age rather than wear, and fluid degradation. The record does not show any mileage gaps, and the progression appears consistent with light, regular use rather than extended storage. The brake pad advisory from late 2024 is the most relevant mechanical concern to investigate on inspection. On a test drive, listen for any squeal or grinding from the front brakes on initial application, and feel for any judder through the steering wheel or brake pedal that would suggest the discs themselves have worn or developed lipping. With pads already reported as thinning, a buyer should expect that replacement may now be due or imminent, and the discs should be measured for remaining thickness and checked for scoring. Visually inspect the front discs for a pronounced outer lip and any blueing from overheating, which would indicate binding calipers. The tyre wear advisory on the nearside front is also worth investigating, particularly because it was recorded as worn on the edge, which can indicate an alignment or suspension geometry issue rather than simple age-related wear. On a test drive, pay attention to any steering pull to the left, uneven steering self-centring, or excessive camber wear visible on the inside or outside shoulder of the tyre. Check all four tyres for age-related sidewall cracking given the low annual mileage, and confirm the tracking is within specification. Beyond these flagged items, listen for any clonks or rattles from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which could point to worn anti-roll bar links, drop links, or top mounts, and verify that all warning lamps illuminate correctly on ignition. Given the clean failure history but the flagged consumables, a pre-purchase inspection focused on the braking system, tyres, and front suspension geometry would be the most productive use of inspection time.