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Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D reliable? We analysed 624 real MOT tests across 186 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 624 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.9%
Typical Mileage
36,540mi
Annual Mileage
8,490mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D.

Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.8%
2020

Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5

Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
6,022 mi/yr
Typical
8,490 mi/yr
Average
9,473 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,631 mi/yr

Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 587 88.8% 26,295 36,500 49,965

How Long Does a Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D Last?

Based on 186 Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
4.0 years

Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D Mileage Distribution

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

Median
36,540 mi
75th Percentile
49,979 mi
95th Percentile
71,171 mi
Max Recorded
404,620 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D

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

Best year
2020

88.8% MOT pass rate from 587 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.8% across 587 tests.

How Does the Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D THIS CAR 88.9% 624 36,540 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
Sym Jet 14 50 E5 80.2% 207 7,021 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D?

The Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.9% across 624 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 Grandland X Griffin Turbo D 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 Grandland X Griffin Turbo D owner drives around 8,490 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 Grandland X Griffin Turbo D — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D reliable?
Based on 624 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D has a 88.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D does around 8,490 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D?
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 Grandland X Griffin Turbo D?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X Griffin Turbo D is 2020 with a 88.8% pass rate across 587 tests.