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

Based on MOT data from 260 vehicles, the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Sri Nav Turbo D has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.2%, 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 Sri 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 Sri Nav Turbo D (2021)

260 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Sri Nav Turbo D

CarHunch analysed 260 real MOT records for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Sri 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 Grandland X diesel is substantially more reliable than the UK average, with a 91.7% first-time MOT pass rate against the national 80% benchmark—a solid endorsement of the model's build quality. The dangerous defect rate sits at a reassuring 7.3%, well below the threshold that would signal systemic safety concerns.

At an average mileage of 35,935 miles, these vehicles are running low for their age, which partly explains the strong pass rates and minimal failure rate of just 0.18 per car. The advisory count of 1.8 per vehicle suggests some niggling wear items crop up, but if you're considering one, prioritise a pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake wear and suspension components—the typical advisory culprits on diesel SUVs—rather than worrying about major structural weakness.

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

⚠️ 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

94.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.18

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

33k

Middle half: 23k–44k

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These stats describe 260 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 260 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.3% 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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Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,260 Vauxhall Grandland X Sri Nav Turbo D vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 30.9%

389

Blue 20.4%

257

White 19.4%

245

Black 15.2%

192

Red 14%

177

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Sri 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.

32,791

typical

22,879

low mileage

44,220

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Sri Nav Turbo D vehicles fall between 22,879 and 44,220 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 22,879 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.

✓ 22,879–44,220 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Sri Nav Turbo Ds sit.

⚠ Over 59,697 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

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.18

Avg failures per vehicle

1.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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