2018 Vauxhall Crossland 1.2L Petrol · VX18 YAJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows signs of neglect regarding preventative component replacement. In the most recent test on April 2, 2026 at 46,538 miles, the car failed initially due to a severely deteriorated offside front drive shaft joint CV boot and a faulty nearside rear stop lamp. While these issues were rectified to secure a pass, the nature of the mechanical failure suggests that components are serviced reactively rather than proactively. The mileage profile is low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,817 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 11,746 miles recorded between March 2024 (27,368 miles) and April 2025 (39,114 miles), followed by a consistent increase into the current year. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, such as the CV boot, which caused the failure in the most recent inspection. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside front drive assembly to ensure the replacement CV boot has prevented any internal damage to the joint itself. The history also indicates recurring issues with tyres, specifically the nearside front being flagged for uneven wear and reaching legal limits in both 2024 and 2025. This suggests a potential alignment issue that should be verified by checking the suspension geometry. Additionally, as the offside rear brake pads were noted as thinning in 2025, the current remaining life of the braking system should be measured to ensure they are not nearing immediate replacement.