2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Diesel · DL66 WAR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward structural and mechanical degradation. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 69,264 miles passed, it introduced multiple advisories regarding corrosion on the front and rear sub-frames and front coil springs. This represents a departure from the clean record seen in 2023, indicating that the vehicle is entering a phase where age-related wear is accelerating despite low mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a gap of roughly 7,000 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests, followed by steady usage thereafter. However, the failure in April 2024 at 50,912 miles reveals a significant red flag: the tester identified a tampered-with diesel particulate filter with major leaks and visible blue smoke. This suggests a previous attempt to bypass expensive emissions control components, which remains out as a major mechanical and legal risk. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the sub-frames to determine if the corrosion noted in 2026 is merely surface rust or advanced structural compromise. The tester also flagged pitted and scored front brake discs in the latest test, which suggests the braking system is reaching the end of its effective life. Given the previous DPF failure and emissions issues in 2024, the integrity of the entire exhaust system should be verified to see if the repair was professional or merely a temporary fix. Additionally, the perishing rear tyres noted in 2024 suggest the vehicle may have sat for long periods, leading to rubber degradation despite the low tread depth.