Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo (2021)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 658 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£1,630
£136/month
MOT Pass Rate
91%
Excellent
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 5-15
1199cc Petrol
Great Choice
91% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 9 points above average.
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Annual Running Costs
~50 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Low estimate due to excellent reliability
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).
Reliability Verdict
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Vauxhall brand average of 84%.
91% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbos from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 658 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 32,424 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
32,424
Average miles
22,200
Expected for age
The average 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo had 32,424 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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About the 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo
The 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo is a city car. Our records list a 1199cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 658 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 32,424 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo Fuel Costs
The modest 1199cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo
At 5 years old, the Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Common Issues to Watch For
These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.
Coil Pack Failure
Medium riskSmaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.
Service History
Low riskAlways request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.
Running Costs Compared
How the 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.
| Car | Pass Rate | Fuel/yr | Tax/yr | Est. Ins. Group | Total/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo(2021) | 91% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 5-15 | £1,630 |
| Ford Fiesta(2019) | 91% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,630same |
| Volkswagen Golf(2019) | 92% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853+£223 |
| Vauxhall Corsa(2019) | 88% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 8-20 | £2,003+£373 |
| Nissan Qashqai(2020) | 93% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853+£223 |
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.
Questions about the 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo
Is the 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of MOT tests on 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbos ended in a pass, from 658 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo cost to run?
Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.
What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo?
91% of 658 MOT tests on the 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2211th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).
What is the average mileage for a 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo is 32,424 miles, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
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