VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 78 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
78
Avg Mileage
27,515 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,350
Is the 2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.
At 3 years old, 96% of VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO Ds from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 78 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,515 miles.
How does the 2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D has 27,515 miles on the clock, 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.
How much does a 2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D by Year
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About the 2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D
The 2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D is a small family car with a 1499cc diesel engine. 78 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 20% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 27,515 miles at 3 years old, VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D Fuel Costs
The 1499cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,350 (£113/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 VAUXHALL GRANDLAND X SE PREMIUM TURBO D
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. Note: with only 78 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
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