2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,822 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.4%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.2% | 94 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.2% | 40 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 35 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.2% | 22 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 11 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.5% | 9 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 38 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 23 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 23 |
| 4 | Washers | 14 |
| 5 | Wipers | 11 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 8 |
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 | 20.5% | 374 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.2% | 241 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.6% | 121 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.1% | 39 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 16 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.7% | 12 |
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 | 840 | 6.7% |
| 30-60k | 905 | 9.7% |
| 60-90k | 75 | 8.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 134 | 9.7% |
| 2024 | 886 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 802 | 7.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Grandland X Elite Turbo A
Before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.2% 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 (2.2% 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 (1.9% 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 Grandland X Elite Turbo As pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 1,822 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by brakes (2.2%).
Does the 2021 Grandland X Elite Turbo A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.7% in the 0-30k band to 8.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,822 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.