Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Vauxhall Grandland?

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 2018 Vauxhall Grandland?

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 2018 Vauxhall Grandland?

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.

How many 2018 Vauxhall Grandland vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2018 Vauxhall Grandland reliable?

Based on MOT data from 16,016 vehicles, the 2018 Vauxhall Grandland has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Vauxhall Grandland?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Vauxhall Grandland are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (42% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (41.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (36.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Vauxhall Grandland?

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 (2018)

16,016 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.9% first-time pass rate

2018 Vauxhall Grandland

CarHunch analysed 16,016 real MOT records for the 2018 Vauxhall Grandland. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Vauxhall Grandland passes MOT at 86.9%, comfortably above the UK average of 80%, which is a solid result—but one in four examples (25.3%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, so mechanical integrity does warrant closer inspection on a used purchase. Petrol versions edge ahead slightly with an 87.4% pass rate versus diesel's 86.0%, though both are respectable.

At 36,101 miles median, these cars are running well within expected mileage for their age, and the average 0.9 failures per vehicle suggests most issues are minor rather than systemic. The high advisory rate of 6.3 per car points to routine wear items—suspension, lights, brakes—rather than serious faults, so budget for regular maintenance but don't expect major surprises; have any prospective purchase independently inspected to rule out those dangerous defects before committing.

The 2018 Vauxhall Grandland has a decent first-time pass rate (86.9%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

86.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.9

Over 6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

36k

Middle half: 28k–45k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 86.9% 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 6.3 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 16,016 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 16,016 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 42%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 31%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 17.3%

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play · Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 17.3%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Based on MOT data from 16,016 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 (66%)	10,649	87.4%	0.86
Diesel (34%)	5,367	86%	0.96

Colour Breakdown

Based on 35,572 Vauxhall Grandland vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 29.8%

10,616

Blue 23.2%

8,248

Black 16.4%

5,843

White 15.4%

5,472

Red 12.8%

4,570

Purple 1.9%

667

Gold 0.2%

Green 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Vauxhall Grandland 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.

36,101

typical

27,758

low mileage

45,412

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Vauxhall Grandland vehicles fall between 27,758 and 45,412 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 27,758 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.

✓ 27,758–45,412 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Vauxhall Grandlands sit.

⚠ Over 61,306 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Vauxhall Grandland — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Vauxhall Grandlands are still on the road.

Strong survival — 15,284 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.9

Avg failures per vehicle

6.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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