Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 54 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

98%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 5-15

1199cc Petrol

Great Choice

98% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 16 points above average.

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Petrol1199cc5 years old54 tests21k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1199cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/wk

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

98% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Vauxhall brand average of 84%.

98% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T As from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 54 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 21,173 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models244th of 3,336(top 8%)

Rank among Vauxhall models16th of 870(top 2%)

vs average of all models+16%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+6%(92% avg)

vs Vauxhall average+14%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

21,173

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A had 21,173 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 94%, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 93%. The 2021 scores 98%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	98%	54	21,173 mi
2020	94%	474	23,195 mi
2019	93%	157	28,181 mi

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About the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A

The 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A is a city car. Our records list a 1199cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 54 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 8% of all 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 21,173 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A 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 Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A?

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 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A

At 5 years old, the Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 94%. Note: with only 54 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

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 risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always 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 Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A 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 Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A(2021)	98%	£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 Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A

Is the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 98% of MOT tests on 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T As ended in a pass, from 54 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 16 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A 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 Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A?

98% of 54 MOT tests on the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 244th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top 8%).

Which year Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A has the highest MOT pass rate at 94% and the 2019 the lowest at 93%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X Businss Ed Nav T A is 21,173 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.