2013 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Petrol · AP13 PVL

The 2013 Vauxhall Mokka presents as roadworthy following its November 2025 test at 107,282 miles, recorded seven months before the current June 2026 date. The maintenance trajectory shows a clear shift toward consumable degradation rather than structural decline. The tester recorded edge wear on both front tyres, a minor oil seep, and front brake pads approaching their legal limit. This marks a departure from the clean passes logged throughout late 2023 and late 2024, indicating that routine wear items have reached replacement thresholds without escalating into critical failures. The vehicle remains legally compliant for immediate use, but the recent advisories signal deferred upkeep on standard service intervals. Recorded progression places the odometer at 107,282 miles against a thirteen-year lifespan, averaging roughly 8,250 miles annually. The annual increment between November 2022 and November 2025 stabilises around three thousand five hundred miles per year, confirming steady usage rather than long periods of storage or aggressive commuting. The gap between the November 2023 failure and the subsequent pass demonstrates a prompt repair cycle, while the consistent twelve-month testing rhythm suggests the previous keeper maintained an active registration schedule. No anomalous jumps or extended lapses appear in the official log. A physical inspection must prioritise the suspension geometry and braking system given the historical track rod misalignment and current pad thickness readings. Verify toe alignment and check for play in the front track rod ends, as the November 2023 failure highlights a component prone to wear on this platform. Examine the front tyre sidewalls and tread edges for uneven camber or scrubbing, which often accompanies misaligned steering racks. Wipe the engine bay and sump area to confirm whether the reported oil seep originates from the valve cover gasket or rear main seal, then monitor the drip rate over a short drive. Replace the front brake pads before they contact the backing plates, and ensure the rear suspension bushes show no cracking that could exacerbate tyre wear.