2019 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · DM19 TYK

The most recent DVSA MOT test dated 1 June 2026 records a pass with no defects, indicating the vehicle is currently roadworthy at the point of test. However, a failure was issued on the same date for a major defect relating to a fractured or broken nearside front coil spring, which would have required rectification before the vehicle could pass. The overall test history shows predominantly clean passes in 2022, 2023, and 2025, but the two recent failure entries in 2024 and 2026 suggest a mild worsening trend rather than a stable maintenance pattern, even though both were rectified to allow subsequent passes. A fractured coil spring in particular is a significant safety-related component failure, and buyers should be alert to the implications of this kind of mechanical fatigue. The recorded mileage of 74,450 miles over approximately seven years equates to around 10,636 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests neither excessive high-mileage use nor prolonged periods of standing. There are no notable gaps or sudden mileage jumps in the MOT history that would indicate clock irregularities or extended storage, and the consistent annual test pattern suggests regular use. That said, even at average mileage, components such as suspension bushes, brake discs and pads, tyres, and exhaust mounting rubbers will have accrued wear commensurate with the odometer reading, and the recent exhaust leak failure suggests the underfloor and heat-shielded components are starting to show age-related corrosion. Given the fractured front coil spring recorded in June 2026, it is essential to confirm exactly which spring was replaced and whether the offside front spring was inspected or renewed at the same time, as coils commonly fail in pairs due to similar fatigue cycles. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over bumps, particularly at low speed, and pay attention to any uneven ride height, vague steering response, or vibration through the steering wheel which could indicate an incomplete repair or secondary damage to the strut assembly. Visually inspect the spring seats and upper mountings for signs of corrosion, and check the tyres for uneven inner or outer shoulder wear which would be symptomatic of suspension geometry disturbance. Beyond the recorded suspension failure, the major exhaust gas leak noted in June 2024 is worth investigating by way of a physical underfloor inspection for further corrosion around the front pipe, manifold gasket, and catalytic converter mounting, as exhaust components tend to deteriorate progressively once one joint fails. Despite the clean pass records on advisories, the vehicle is now seven years old and approaching the point where age-related deterioration typically accelerates, so a prospective buyer should independently verify the condition of the timing chain or belt service interval depending on engine variant, the state of the 12 volt battery which commonly fails between five and seven years of age, the colour and clarity of the brake fluid which degrades hygroscopically over time, and the cooling system including the expansion tank and hoses for any signs of leaks or pressurisation. Tyre sidewalls should be examined for perishing or cracking from age, brake discs for any lipping or binding caliper symptoms caused by infrequent heavy braking, and the service history should be reviewed to confirm timely renewal of engine oil, filters, and transmission fluid in line with manufacturer schedules.