2021 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 274 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.7% | 13 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.0% | 11 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.3% | 9 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.8% | 5 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 1 |
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 | 9 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 7 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 7 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 4 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 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 | 25.6% | 70 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.2% | 58 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.4% | 12 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.6% | 10 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 3.3% | 9 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.7% | 2 |
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 | 192 | 6.3% |
| 30-60k | 75 | 16.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 127 | 6.3% |
| 2025 | 143 | 11.2% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Crossland X Turbo
Before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 4.7% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (4.7% 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.
- Tyres (4.0% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.3% 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 2021 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbos pass their MOT?
91.2% of the 274 2021 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Vauxhall Crossland X Turbo?
Brakes, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by tyres (4.0%).
Does the 2021 Crossland X Turbo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.3% in the 0-30k band to 16.0% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 274 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.