2020 Vauxhall Grandland X Turbo D — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,882 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Vauxhall Grandland X Turbo D, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.4% | 170 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.3% | 127 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 78 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.3% | 52 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.1% | 44 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 40 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 149 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 86 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 55 |
| 4 | Brake discs | 44 |
| 5 | Joints | 38 |
| 6 | Washers | 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 | 22.1% | 857 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.8% | 689 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.3% | 282 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.7% | 144 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.0% | 76 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.9% | 34 |
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 | 1,335 | 7.7% |
| 30-60k | 2,056 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 422 | 13.0% |
| 90-120k | 63 | 12.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 93 | 6.5% |
| 2023 | 1,299 | 9.9% |
| 2024 | 1,228 | 9.4% |
| 2025 | 1,261 | 12.5% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Grandland X Turbo D
Before buying a 2020 Vauxhall Grandland X Turbo D, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.4% 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 (3.3% 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 (2.0% 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 2020 Vauxhall Grandland X Turbo Ds pass their MOT?
89.5% of the 3,882 2020 Vauxhall Grandland X Turbo D MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Vauxhall Grandland X Turbo D?
Tyres, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by brakes (3.3%).
Does the 2020 Grandland X Turbo D get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.7% in the 0-30k band to 12.7% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,882 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.