2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Elite Turbo Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 501 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Elite Turbo Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.2% | 21 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.6% | 18 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.4% | 12 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.4% | 7 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.6% | 3 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.6% | 3 |
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 | 10 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 10 |
| 3 | Washers | 6 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 5 | Ball joint dust cover | 2 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 2 |
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 | 21.8% | 109 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.0% | 100 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.8% | 39 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.0% | 10 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.8% | 9 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 5 |
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 | 382 | 7.8% |
| 30-60k | 110 | 11.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 118 | 5.1% |
| 2023 | 130 | 10.0% |
| 2024 | 125 | 11.2% |
| 2025 | 128 | 8.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Crossland X Elite Turbo Auto
Before buying a 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Elite Turbo Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.2% 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 (3.6% 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 (2.4% 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 Elite Turbo Autos pass their MOT?
91.2% of the 501 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Elite Turbo Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Vauxhall Crossland X Elite Turbo Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by brakes (3.6%).
Does the 2019 Crossland X Elite Turbo Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.8% in the 0-30k band to 11.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 501 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.