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

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Is the Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto reliable? We analysed 1,592 real MOT tests across 378 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,592 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.5%
Typical Mileage
26,798mi
Annual Mileage
6,107mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto 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 Auto.

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto Number Plates

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Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

89.3%
2020
89.7%
2019

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7

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

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

Low usage
3,849 mi/yr
Typical
6,107 mi/yr
Average
7,289 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,425 mi/yr

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto 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 Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 740 89.3% 16,024 24,923 36,324
2019 818 89.7% 17,282 27,717 43,488

How Long Does a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto Last?

Based on 378 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.0 years
Median
5.0 years

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
26,798 mi
75th Percentile
40,024 mi
95th Percentile
64,823 mi
Max Recorded
131,924 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto

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

Best year
2019

89.7% MOT pass rate from 818 tests

Year to avoid
2020

89.3% MOT pass rate from 740 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.7% across 818 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.3% — 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 Auto 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 Auto THIS CAR 89.5% 1,592 26,798 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
Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line D Auto 91.2% 1,422 34,043 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 Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto?

The Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.5% across 1,592 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 Auto 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 Auto owner drives around 6,107 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 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto reliable?
Based on 1,592 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto has a 89.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto does around 6,107 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto?
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 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Grandland X SE Turbo Auto is 2019 with a 89.7% pass rate across 818 tests.