Vauxhall Grandland MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Vauxhall Grandland. Check any Grandland by registration number below.

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74.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.2%

vs Vauxhall Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Vauxhall Grandland — MOT Reliability Overview

The Vauxhall Grandland has an average MOT pass rate of 74.7%, which is 7.2 percentage points below the Vauxhall brand average of 82.0%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Grandland on the road.

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Grandland fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. If you are preparing your Grandland for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Vauxhall Grandland, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Vauxhall Grandland performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 790 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

10.7%

Mileage at 3yr

48k mi

2020

Based on 2,138 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

7.9%

Mileage at 3yr

43k mi

Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

2019

Based on 48,788 vehicles

90.2%Excellent

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

10.2%

Mileage at 3yr

42k mi

Mileage at 5yr

62k mi

2018

Based on 41,812 vehicles

85.4%Excellent

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

15.9%

Mileage at 5yr

66k mi

2017

Based on 15,000 vehicles

0.8%Poor

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

0.1%

Mileage at 3yr

23k mi

Mileage at 5yr

40k mi

0

Based on 40,467 vehicles

89.3%Excellent

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Mileage at 5yr

36k mi

Top MOT Failures — Vauxhall Grandland

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Grandland fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.6%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.4%

Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements

1.3%

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.2%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.2%

Vauxhall Grandland Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

3.0%

Front Offside

2.4%

Front

2.2%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Vauxhall Grandland

Vauxhall Grandland — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Vauxhall Grandland MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Grandland?

The average MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Grandland is 74.7% compared to the Vauxhall average of 82.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Grandland?

The most common MOT failures on the Vauxhall Grandland are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.6%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.4%), Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements (1.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Vauxhall Grandland reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 74.7%, the Vauxhall Grandland is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Vauxhall Grandland?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Vauxhall Grandland?

Typical mileage for the Vauxhall Grandland: 47,724 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Grandland to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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