2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 4,201 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.5% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.3%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.1% in the 60-90k group versus 7.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.0% | 211 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.5% | 107 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 82 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.6% | 68 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.8% | 32 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 22 |
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 | 83 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 59 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 45 |
| 4 | Washers | 42 |
| 5 | Wipers | 34 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 32 |
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 | 24.2% | 1,016 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.2% | 640 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.8% | 286 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.7% | 70 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.5% | 62 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.8% | 33 |
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 | 1,797 | 7.6% |
| 30-60k | 2,207 | 10.3% |
| 60-90k | 193 | 17.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 256 | 7.4% |
| 2024 | 2,061 | 9.7% |
| 2025 | 1,883 | 9.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Grandland X Elite Turbo
Before buying a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.0% 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 (2.5% 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 Turbos pass their MOT?
90.5% of the 4,201 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Turbo?
Tyres, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by brakes (2.5%).
Does the 2021 Grandland X Elite Turbo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.6% in the 0-30k band to 17.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,201 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.