Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D reliable?

Based on MOT data from 244 vehicles, the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D (2021)

244 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D

CarHunch analysed 244 real MOT records for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X diesel proves notably more reliable than the UK average, with an 89% first-time pass rate against the typical 80%, and only 9.8% of vehicles ever presenting dangerous defects—a reassuring figure well below concern levels. The 0.29 average failures per vehicle suggests mechanically sound cars with minimal serious issues, though the 2.0 advisories per test indicate minor wear items are fairly common.

At 41,200 miles the median mileage is right on track for a three-year-old model, so you're not looking at premature degradation. For a buyer, this means the Grandland X diesel is a solid family SUV choice—just budget for routine servicing and minor fixes, and arrange a pre-purchase inspection to check that advisory history (worn brake pads, filters, and suspension components are likely culprits).

We have limited data for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.29

Over 2.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

41k

Middle half: 32k–50k

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These stats describe 244 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 244 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	243	91.2%	0.29

Colour Breakdown

Based on 773 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 28.5%

220

Blue 21.3%

165

Black 20.1%

155

White 18.1%

140

Red 12%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

41,239

typical

31,751

low mileage

50,316

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D vehicles fall between 31,751 and 50,316 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 31,751 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 31,751–50,316 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo Ds sit.

⚠ Over 67,926 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo D — Still on the Road

Almost all 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav Turbo Ds are still on the road.

Strong survival — 232 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.29

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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