2018 Vauxhall Grandland 1.2L Petrol · UP02 AMY

The most recent DVSA examination on 14 April 2026 resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, indicating that the issues identified at the previous test have been resolved. The earlier history shows a mixed but generally improving pattern, with a clean pass in October 2023, advisories emerging in October 2024, and a single failure in October 2025 followed quickly by a re-test pass once remedial work was carried out. This sequence suggests the vehicle has received attention to safety-critical items when required rather than being neglected, although the appearance of wear-related advisories on two successive tests points to components now reaching the natural end of their service life on a vehicle of this age and mileage. With 53,280 miles recorded over approximately eight years, the Grandland has covered a broadly typical annual mileage of around 6,660 miles. This moderate usage is consistent with a mix of urban and light commuter use, and there are no significant gaps in the MOT record to suggest long periods of standing, which would otherwise raise concerns about brake caliper seizure, brake disc corrosion, and battery degradation. However, even at average mileage, the cumulative wear on consumable braking and suspension components is now becoming apparent in the test history, and a physical inspection should focus on confirming that the recent repairs have been carried out to a satisfactory standard. The advisories recorded on both front tyres at the October 2025 test, combined with the nearside rear tyre advisory and front brake disc and pad advisories from October 2024, indicate that braking and tyre wear should be a primary inspection focus. A prospective buyer should examine all four tyres for remaining tread depth, looking for uneven shoulder wear which can point to suspension misalignment or worn bushes, and should check the sidewalls for any cracking or perishing given the vehicle's age. The front brake discs and pads previously flagged as worn should be physically inspected for remaining pad material, disc lipping, and any scoring or pitting that could lead to brake shudder under heavy application. It is also advisable to listen for any squeal or grinding on a test drive, particularly at low speeds, as this would indicate the pads or discs require imminent renewal. The failure item relating to the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint being excessively worn is a significant suspension defect that must be confirmed as properly rectified. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end, particularly when traversing speed bumps, potholes, or during direction changes at low speed, as these are classic symptoms of worn anti-roll bar linkages or related bushes. It would be prudent to request evidence of the replacement part fitted and to have the front suspension geometry checked, as worn anti-roll bar components can allow altered wheel alignment, accelerating tyre wear. Beyond these recorded items, an eight year old vehicle warrants general checks of the 12V battery health, coolant and brake fluid condition given their calendar-based service intervals, the condition of the exhaust system for corrosion or blowing joints, and confirmation that the service book is fully stamped with timely oil and filter renewals to ensure long term drivetrain durability.