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

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Is the Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo reliable? We analysed 8,932 real MOT tests across 2,139 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 8,932 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.1%
Typical Mileage
31,450mi
Annual Mileage
7,231mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo 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 SE Turbo.

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Number Plates

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

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

88%
2020
85.1%
2019

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 426
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 72
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,874 mi/yr
Typical
7,231 mi/yr
Average
7,908 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,176 mi/yr

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 5,914 88.0% 19,860 29,409 41,299
2019 2,852 85.1% 24,502 35,522 48,094

How Long Does a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Last?

Based on 2,139 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.9 years
Median
5.0 years

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Mileage Distribution

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

Median
31,450 mi
75th Percentile
43,962 mi
95th Percentile
64,304 mi
Max Recorded
197,911 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo

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

Best year
2020

88.0% MOT pass rate from 5,914 tests

Year to avoid
2019

85.1% MOT pass rate from 2,852 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.0% across 5,914 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo 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 SE Turbo THIS CAR 87.1% 8,932 31,450 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
Mazda 2 Se-l MHEV 91.3% 2,686 19,758 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo?

The Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.1% across 8,932 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 SE Turbo 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 SE Turbo owner drives around 7,231 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 SE Turbo — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo reliable?
Based on 8,932 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo has a 87.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo does around 7,231 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo?
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 SE Turbo?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo is 2020 with a 88.0% pass rate across 5,914 tests.