2014 Vauxhall Mokka 1.7L Diesel · DP14 DXO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than proactive preventative care. The most recent test in June 2025 at 98,751 miles identified two defects: an inoperative offside registration plate lamp and a severely deteriorated nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover. This follows a clean record in 2024, suggesting that components are now beginning to show significant age-related wear as the vehicle approaches sixfigure mileage. At 98,751 miles, this 12-year-old Mokka has averaged approximately 8,229 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a family SUV. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 7,400 miles in the preceding year. This steady use suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to more rapid rapid degradation of rubber-based components and braking systems. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. The history shows recurring brake pad issues between 2022 and 2023, indicating the owner may have ignored service intervals until components reached critical limits. The deteriorated ball joint dust cover noted in 2025 is a precursor to potential ball joint failure; the entire assembly should be checked for lateral play or grease leakage. Additionally, the 2022 advisory regarding uneven tyre wear and perishing sidewalls suggests past issues with alignment or age-related rubber fatigue that should be verified against the current tyre set.