Vauxhall Grandland (2021)
2021 Vauxhall Grandland
CarHunch analysed 288 real MOT records for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Vauxhall Grandland is a genuinely reliable proposition, with a 91.9% first-time pass rate that well outpaces the UK average of 80%—and both petrol and diesel versions perform similarly, at 92.6% and 91.3% respectively. Dangerous defects have shown up in just 13.2% of vehicles, which is low enough that it's not a significant buyer concern.
These cars are running at sensible mileage for their age, averaging 36,771 miles, and the typical MOT failure count of 0.27 per vehicle confirms they're holding up well mechanically. Most owners will encounter minor advisory items (averaging 1.5 per test), but if you're considering a used example, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension wear and fluid checks will catch anything that needs addressing before you buy.
What to check before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (63%) | 181 | 91.3% | 0.29 |
| Petrol (36%) | 104 | 92.6% | 0.24 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (1%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Vauxhall Grandland vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 Vauxhall Grandland vehicles fall between 26,005 and 52,597 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2021 Vauxhall Grandland
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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31.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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22.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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21.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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20.7%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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10.2%
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
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9.4%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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7.4%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2021. Counts include advisories and failures.
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