2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 651 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.9% | 32 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.7% | 24 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 10 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.4% | 9 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.6% | 4 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.6% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake discs | 18 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 17 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 4 | Washers | 9 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 3 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 25.2% | 164 |
| 2 | Brakes | 22.9% | 149 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.2% | 47 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.2% | 21 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 2.5% | 16 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.4% | 9 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 368 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 259 | 10.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 153 | 7.8% |
| 2023 | 158 | 8.2% |
| 2024 | 171 | 8.8% |
| 2025 | 169 | 10.7% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Crossland X Turbo
Before buying a 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (3.7% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbos pass their MOT?
91.1% of the 651 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo?
Tyres, recorded in 4.9% of tests, followed by brakes (3.7%).
Does the 2019 Crossland X Turbo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 10.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 651 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.