Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T A?

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 Griffin Ed T A?

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 Griffin Ed T A?

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 Griffin Ed T A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 493 vehicles, the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.1%, 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 Griffin Ed T A?

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 Griffin Ed T A (2021)

493 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T A

CarHunch analysed 493 real MOT records for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 493 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This Grandland X is significantly more reliable than the average UK car, with a 93.3% first-time pass rate against the 80% national average—and a very low dangerous defect rate of just 7.5%, so safety concerns are minimal. The petrol engine has delivered this strong performance across the 493 vehicles analysed.

At 24,500 miles median for a 2021, these cars are running well within typical expectations, and the low failure rate of 0.19 per vehicle shows few serious problems are emerging at this mileage. Before buying, request the full MOT history to check what those 1.8 average advisories typically are—if they're minor trim and lighting items, this is a very sound choice.

The 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.1% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

94.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.19

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

25k

Middle half: 17k–32k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 493 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 493 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.5% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	492	94.1%	0.19

Colour Breakdown

Based on 493 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 36.3%

179

Red 18.1%

Grey 17.8%

White 17.6%

Blue 10.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T A 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.

24,510

typical

17,062

low mileage

32,204

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T A vehicles fall between 17,062 and 32,204 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,062 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.

✓ 17,062–32,204 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Ed T As sit.

⚠ Over 43,475 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.19

Avg failures per vehicle

1.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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