2019 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · DM19 NWA

The mechanical record of this 2019 Vauxhall Mokka presents a largely clean roadworthiness profile, interrupted by a single dangerous tyre failure in early 2025 that was remediated and followed by two consecutive advisories-free passes. The most recent test on 5 February 2026 concluded with a pass and no defects recorded, continuing the upward trend in test outcomes since the dangerous defect was rectified. Looking at the broader history, the 2024 test did flag a worn and pitted front brake disc pair along with a holed front exhaust flexi joint, but these were categorised as advisories rather than failures, and subsequent tests have not repeated these items. The absence of any structural corrosion advisories, suspension component warnings, or recurring failure patterns across five tests is a reassuring indicator for a seven-year-old crossover in this weight class. Annual mileage accumulation has averaged roughly 10,500 miles per year over the vehicle's life, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a car of this age and class. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing record, and the consistent year-on-year attendance at test stations suggests the vehicle has remained in regular use rather than being laid up for extended periods. This steady utilisation pattern is mechanically favourable, as it tends to keep drivetrain seals lubricated, prevents flat spots from developing in tyres, and reduces the risk of the corrosion issues that commonly afflict low-mileage or stored vehicles. The recorded odometer reading of 73,850 miles is therefore consistent with the visible wear patterns and the relatively modest advisory history. Given the specific items flagged in the test record, a prospective buyer should focus their pre-purchase inspection on the front braking system and the exhaust assembly. Although the pitted front brake discs noted in 2024 would normally be expected to have worsened or been replaced by now, the clean 2025 and 2026 results suggest they may have been renewed, so it is worth confirming the age and condition of the current discs and pads directly, listening for any grinding or pulsation through the brake pedal during a test drive. The holed exhaust flexi joint advisory from the same test is particularly worth examining, as flexi joints are prone to progressive deterioration; at idle and under load, listen for any ticking, blowing, or exhaust drone from the front pipe area that could indicate the joint has worsened beyond what was recorded. Also inspect the surrounding heat shields for looseness, as deteriorated exhaust joints commonly cause rattling. Finally, despite the strong overall test history, the dangerous tyre failure in February 2025 warrants attention to the current rubber. A ply or cord exposure defect at the nearside front indicates that the previous set was worn beyond legal limits, and while new tyres were clearly fitted to pass the same-day re-test, the buyer should verify the brand, age, and tread depth of all four tyres and check for uneven shoulder wear which can point to suspension or geometry issues. On the test drive, pay particular attention to steering pull, vibrations through the wheel at speed, and any knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as the Mokka's front MacPherson strut assembly is known for wear in the lower wishbone bushes at this mileage. A thorough road test on varied surfaces, combined with a jacking inspection for fluid leaks from the engine, gearbox, and dampers, will round out an informed assessment of this otherwise well-maintained example.