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Vauxhall Crossland SE Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Crossland SE reliable? We analysed 3,836 real MOT tests across 1,481 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,836 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.8%
Typical Mileage
34,562mi
Annual Mileage
6,698mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Crossland SE is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Crossland SE.

Vauxhall Crossland SE Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Crossland SE. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Crossland SE MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Crossland SE to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.6%
2021

Vauxhall Crossland SE Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Crossland SE models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 86
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22

Vauxhall Crossland SE Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Crossland SE owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,447 mi/yr
Typical
6,698 mi/yr
Average
7,559 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,615 mi/yr

Vauxhall Crossland SE MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Crossland SE year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 3,632 87.6% 23,414 34,380 44,968

How Long Does a Vauxhall Crossland SE Last?

Based on 1,481 Vauxhall Crossland SE vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.5 years
Median
3.0 years

Vauxhall Crossland SE Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Crossland SE MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
34,562 mi
75th Percentile
45,417 mi
95th Percentile
60,610 mi
Max Recorded
224,777 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Crossland SE

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

87.6% MOT pass rate from 3,632 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Crossland SE is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.6% across 3,632 tests.

How Does the Vauxhall Crossland SE Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Crossland SE THIS CAR 87.8% 3,836 34,562 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa 69.7% 26,893,546 58,908 mi 33 yrs
Vauxhall Astra 71.9% 25,288,868 76,280 mi 34 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira 71.9% 8,488,627 75,062 mi 27 yrs
Yamaha Tzr 76.5% 1,396 21,896 mi 39 yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Crossland SE outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Crossland SE?

The Vauxhall Crossland SE has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.8% across 3,836 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Crossland SE with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Vauxhall Crossland SE owner drives around 6,698 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Vauxhall Crossland SE — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Crossland SE reliable?
Based on 3,836 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Crossland SE has a 87.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Crossland SE?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Crossland SE do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Crossland SE does around 6,698 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Crossland SE last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Crossland SE?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Vauxhall Crossland SE?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Crossland SE is 2021 with a 87.6% pass rate across 3,632 tests.