Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 1,005 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

92%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 5-15

1199cc Petrol

Great Choice

92% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 10 points above average.

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Petrol1199cc5 years old1,005 tests30k 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

92% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Vauxhall brand average of 84%.

92% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbos from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 1,005 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 29,506 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models1880th of 3,336(bottom half)

Rank among Vauxhall models172nd of 870(top 20%)

vs average of all models+10%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+0%(92% avg)

vs Vauxhall average+8%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

29,506

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo had 29,506 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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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 93%, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 92%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	92%	1,005	29,506 mi
2020	93%	1,287	30,952 mi

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About the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo

The 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo is a city car. Our records list a 1199cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 1,005 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model matches that benchmark.

With an average of 29,506 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium 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 Grandland X SE Premium 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 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo

At 5 years old, the Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium 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 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 SE Premium 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 Grandland X SE Premium Turbo(2021)	92%	£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 SE Premium Turbo

Is the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 92% of MOT tests on 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbos ended in a pass, from 1,005 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 10 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium 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 Grandland X SE Premium Turbo?

92% of 1,005 MOT tests on the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 1880th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).

Which year Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2021 the lowest at 92%. 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 SE Premium Turbo?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Vauxhall Grandland X SE Premium Turbo is 29,506 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.