2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo D — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 533 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo D, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.0% in the 60-90k group versus 9.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 29 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.4% | 13 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.3% | 12 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 9 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 5 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.8% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 8 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 4 | Washers | 6 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 5 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 5 |
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 | 23.3% | 124 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.7% | 89 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.1% | 38 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 11 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.1% | 6 |
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 | 140 | 9.3% |
| 30-60k | 338 | 9.2% |
| 60-90k | 50 | 16.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 268 | 10.4% |
| 2025 | 249 | 9.2% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Grandland X Elite Turbo D
Before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo D, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.4% 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 (2.4% 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.
- Visibility (2.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£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 Grandland X Elite Turbo Ds pass their MOT?
90.2% of the 533 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo D MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo D?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by brakes (2.4%).
Does the 2021 Grandland X Elite Turbo D get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.3% in the 0-30k band to 16.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 533 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.