2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Diesel · DP16 HMZ

With four consecutive passes and only a single minor advisory on the record, this ten-year-old Mokka presents a broadly clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent activity on 10 July 2026 is mildly instructive: the same advisory for an illuminated tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning lamp was issued at both the pass and the immediately preceding fail that same day, the fail being solely attributable to the windscreen washer providing insufficient fluid. A near-simultaneous pass and fail on identical inspection criteria suggests the fail was addressed almost immediately, and the washers, wipers, TPMS sensor function, and visible body condition were evidently found compliant on the retest. Across the four-year MOT history there is no escalation in defect severity, no recurrence of structural or corrosion advisories, and no emerging pattern in suspension, braking, or exhaust components, which together indicate a vehicle whose mechanical condition has remained stable rather than deteriorating. At 58,806 miles over a ten-year life, this Mokka has averaged roughly 5,881 miles annually, a notably low accumulation rate for a vehicle of its age and class. The MOT testing history is consistent with regular use as no annual gap exceeds thirteen months, ruling out any extended SORN period or long-term lay-up that might otherwise raise concerns about seized callipers, deteriorated rubber bushes, perished coolant hoses, or a chronically depleted 12V battery. The gentle mileage curve implies lighter-than-average wear on the clutch, turbocharger (where fitted), diesel particulate filter or petrol catalytic converter, brake friction material, and drivetrain mounts. Mechanically, the principal implication is that consumables such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and the timing chain or belt service intervals should still have useful remaining life, although low-mileage corrosion in less-used cavities such as undertrays, sills, and around the rear axle can sometimes progress where road grime sits undisturbed for long periods. For the buyer, the practical priority is to verify that the TPMS advisory is fully resolved rather than masked. On ignition, the warning lamp should extinguish within a few seconds; if it remains lit or returns promptly after a drive cycle, one or more wheel valves or sensors may have failed, and a diagnostic check across all four wheels is warranted before purchase. The advisory from 23 July 2025 regarding manufacturers engine and body covers restricting full inspection is a routine note common to many Mokka examples of this generation and does not imply defect, but it does mean a buyer cannot rely solely on MOT data for confirmation of component condition beneath those panels; a manual inspection of the cam cover, oil filter housing, and surrounding plumbing for signs of seepage is sensible, particularly given the small petrol or diesel engines fitted to this model are known to mist around the cam cover gasket with age. On a test drive, attention should focus on the suspension, steering, and braking behaviour typical of a small crossover at this mileage. Listen for clonks or knocks from the front anti-roll bar drop links and lower control arm bushes over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and feel for vagueness through the steering rack which can indicate worn inner tie rod ends. Brake pedal feel should be firm without excessive travel, and there should be no pulling to one side under steady braking that would suggest a binding slider or a seized caliper guide pin, both plausible at low annual mileages. Finally, confirm washer fluid operation from both front and rear jets, check that the air conditioning cools effectively, and inspect the underside for any fresh staining beneath the engine, transmission, or fuel tank, as the MOT record alone cannot evidence the condition of components hidden beneath the manufacturers covers.