Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 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 2021 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 2021 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.

Is the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland reliable?

Based on MOT data from 288 vehicles, the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (31.5% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (30.8% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (22.5% 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 2021 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 (2021)

288 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.9% first-time pass rate

2021 Vauxhall Grandland

CarHunch analysed 288 real MOT records for the 2021 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 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.

We have limited data for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

91.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

13.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.27

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

37k

Middle half: 26k–53k

For context

These stats describe 288 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 288 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 31.5%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside 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 21.7%

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

Other issues 10.2%

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 2021.

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Before you buy a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland

Based on MOT data from 288 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.2% 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
Diesel (63%)	181	91.3%	0.29
Petrol (36%)	104	92.6%	0.24

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 2021 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.

37,485

typical

26,005

low mileage

52,597

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Vauxhall Grandland vehicles fall between 26,005 and 52,597 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 26,005 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.

✓ 26,005–52,597 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Vauxhall Grandlands sit.

⚠ Over 71,005 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

0.27

Avg failures per vehicle

1.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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