2015 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Petrol · DL65 FVG

Most recent MOT (24 Feb 2026) – The vehicle failed the test, chiefly for a major front‑exhaust leak. The same MOT also recorded slight external damage to both front shock‑absorber casings and corrosion on the nearside rear coil spring. Recurring mechanical pattern – Two areas keep re‑appearing: Exhaust system – minor front‑exhaust leak noted in March 2024 and March 2025, escalating to a major leak in 2026. Front suspension – slight external damage to both shock‑absorber casings first flagged in 2026 and still present. Rear suspension – corrosion of the nearside rear coil spring first appears in 2026. Tyres – side‑wall cracking on the nearside rear tyre has been flagged each year from 2023 to 2025. Trend – The exhaust issue is clearly worsening, moving from minor to major. The shock‑absorber casing damage persists and the new coil‑spring corrosion suggests the suspension health is deteriorating rather than stabilising. Tyre side‑wall damage has been consistent but not yet severe enough to cause a failure. Mileage vs age – At 65,319 mi for an eleven‑year‑old Mokka the average annual mileage is only about 5,900 mi.