2017 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · DN67 GTY

A Vauxhall Mokka from 2017 with this MOT history carries a broadly reassuring but not flawless roadworthiness profile, anchored by a single failed test in early 2024 and a cluster of advisories that have begun to surface on the braking system. The most recent examination on 12 February 2026 recorded a pass with advisories for worn, pitted or scored brake discs at both front and rear, the first time such wear has been formally flagged on the record. Prior to this, the vehicle passed cleanly in March 2025 with no defects noted, and earlier tests in January 2023 and January 2021 also returned clean sheets. The intervening failure on 5 January 2024 involved four major defects spanning the driver's seat adjustment mechanism, nearside headlamp operation and aim, an offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover, and a nearside windscreen wiper, all of which were presumably remedied before the immediate re-test on 12 January 2024, which itself passed with only a child seat advisory. The overall trajectory is therefore one of generally acceptable compliance with a single significant interruption and a recent emergence of brake disc surface wear that warrants close physical inspection before purchase. With 76,565 miles recorded over approximately nine years, the Mokka has covered an annual average of around 8,507 miles, a figure that sits broadly within typical parameters for its age and class. The testing cadence has been reasonably consistent, with annual or biennial examinations from January 2021 through to February 2026, suggesting the vehicle has remained in active use rather than laid up for extended periods. There is a roughly fifteen month gap between the January 2024 retest and the March 2025 pass, which is unremarkable. The mileage progression between tests, while not itemised here, would need to be cross-checked against the V5C log book to confirm there are no sudden jumps or extended dormant intervals, but the absence of long lay-up periods in the testing pattern reduces the likelihood of dormant faults such as seized callipers, perished coolant hoses or degraded brake hydraulic seals. At this mileage, consumable wear on clutches, dual mass flywheels (where applicable), suspension bushes and exhaust mounting rubbers should be expected regardless of test outcomes. The brake disc advisories from the February 2026 test are the primary concern for any prospective buyer. Pitting and scoring on both axles suggests the discs have likely accumulated sufficient wear or corrosion that a refurbishment or replacement may be due imminently, even though the tester judged them not seriously weakened. On a test drive, listen for any brake squeal or grinding on light application, feel for vibration or judder through the pedal under firm braking, and check whether the vehicle pulls to one side under deceleration, which would indicate uneven disc wear or a binding caliper. Inspect the visible edge of each disc for a pronounced lip and check disc thickness against the manufacturer minimum specification if accessible through the wheel. The earlier suspension arm ball joint dust cover failure from January 2024 is also relevant; while the joint itself passed at the subsequent retest, perished or split gaiters allow water and grit to enter the joint, accelerating wear. With the steering on full lock, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and check for uneven tyre wear across the front axle which can indicate worn ball joints or bushes. Beyond the brake and suspension history, the January 2024 failure items warrant a brief physical check. Confirm the driver's seat fore and aft adjustment locks securely in position and does not slip under load, as a recurring mechanism fault would suggest worn seat rail detents or a fractured lever. Test both dipped beams for symmetry of output and check headlamp alignment against a wall, since an aim that cannot be tested often relates to a failed levelling motor or a seized adjuster. Verify the wiper blades clear the screen effectively with no smearing or streaking, particularly on the nearside. The earlier tyre advisories from December 2021 concerning nearside front edge wear and a nearside rear cut suggest a possible tracking or camber issue at the rear, so check for uneven shoulder wear across the rear axle as well. Finally, on a cold start listen for any timing chain rattle from the engine, inspect the underbonnet for oil leaks around the cam cover and sump, and check the coolant expansion tank for any discoloured residue which would indicate a failing head gasket, none of which are recorded in the MOT file but are pertinent at this mileage for a vehicle of this age.