2015 VAUXHALL MOKKA1.6L PETROL

The 2015 Vauxhall Mokka presents a mixed maintenance picture, with the most recent MOT pass on 26 March 2026 at 29,406 miles masking a failed test on the same day at 29,404 miles. That failure flagged excessively fluctuating service brakes on both front wheels, a condition that typically points to warped brake discs, uneven pad transfer, or a sticking caliper. The car passed hours later, suggesting the issue was addressed, yet the same test still recorded advisories for a worn nearside front Macpherson strut top mount bush and thin offside rear brake pads. These recurring suspension and braking advisories indicate a maintenance trend that is stable but not fully resolving, with minor faults persisting across consecutive inspections. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle. At 29,406 miles, the Mokka has covered roughly 2,673 miles per year, well below the UK average. The record shows a gap of nearly a year between the March 2024 pass at 27,322 miles and the April 2025 failure at 28,031 miles, during which only 709 miles were added. This suggests prolonged periods of standing, which can cause tyre perishing, brake disc surface corrosion, and suspension bush deterioration from lack of use. The tyre condition advisories in March 2026, with both rear tyres cracking and perishing on DOT code 4214, are consistent with a car that has spent extended time stationary. A buyer should focus the in-person inspection on the front braking system and front suspension. The repeated flags for fluctuating front brakes and a worn strut top mount bush suggest the front end has not had a comprehensive overhaul. Check the front brake discs for scoring and lipping, and have a mechanic assess the nearside front top mount for play. The rear brakes have also drawn attention across multiple tests, with binding, heat-damaged pads, and worn discs noted in 2025, so inspect the rear calipers for free movement and the handbrake mechanism for correct adjustment. The rear tyres are perishing, meaning replacement is imminent regardless of remaining tread depth. Given the low mileage and long stationary periods, also examine the underside for surface corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and exhaust components, as infrequent use can accelerate rust in critical structural areas.