2019 Vauxhall Crossland X — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,518 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and body, structure & corrosion. Its pass rate of 87.3% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.4% in the 60-90k group versus 10.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.0% | 126 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.8% | 120 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.3% | 57 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.2% | 56 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.5% | 38 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.5% | 37 |
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 | 72 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 68 |
| 3 | Exhaust system | 50 |
| 4 | Washers | 50 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 41 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 37 |
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 | 28.2% | 711 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.4% | 664 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.4% | 187 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.6% | 142 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.5% | 37 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.3% | 33 |
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 | 1,087 | 10.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,257 | 14.1% |
| 60-90k | 172 | 17.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 551 | 9.3% |
| 2023 | 638 | 12.5% |
| 2024 | 657 | 14.2% |
| 2025 | 671 | 14.3% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Crossland X
Before buying a 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.0% 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.
- Brakes (4.8% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (2.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 Xs pass their MOT?
87.3% of the 2,518 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X?
Tyres, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by brakes (4.8%).
Does the 2019 Crossland X get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.3% in the 0-30k band to 17.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,518 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.