2019 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,966 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.9% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.6% in the 60-90k group versus 8.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.2% | 183 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.9% | 86 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 81 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.6% | 48 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.7% | 20 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 16 |
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 | 74 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 56 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 35 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 34 |
| 5 | Washers | 30 |
| 6 | Wipers | 17 |
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 | 28.3% | 841 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.9% | 530 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.6% | 225 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.2% | 64 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.3% | 38 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.3% | 37 |
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 | 1,208 | 8.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,508 | 12.4% |
| 60-90k | 244 | 15.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 689 | 9.6% |
| 2023 | 743 | 10.0% |
| 2024 | 761 | 12.2% |
| 2025 | 768 | 12.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Grandland X Elite Turbo
Before buying a 2019 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.2% 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 (2.9% 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 (2.7% 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 Grandland X Elite Turbos pass their MOT?
88.9% of the 2,966 2019 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo?
Tyres, recorded in 6.2% of tests, followed by brakes (2.9%).
Does the 2019 Grandland X Elite Turbo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.6% in the 0-30k band to 15.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,966 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.