2018 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · DP68 EVU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred attention on minor consumable items. While the most recent test on 30 December 2025 at 16,138 miles passed, it introduced multiple advisories that were absent in the previous year. The appearance of thin front brake pads and perishing rubber across all four tyres indicates that while the car passes the legal threshold, components are now reaching the end of their functional life due to age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,017 miles per year. Between December 2022 at 10,143 miles and December 2024 at 13,395 miles, the car covered only 3,252 miles over two years. This low usage pattern explains the lack of significant mechanical wear, but it also correlates with the degradation noted in the latest MOT record. Vehicles that sit for long periods often suffer from dry rot in rubber-related components rather than tread wear. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the tyre set, as the December 2025 test flagged cracking and damage on all four tyres alongside a TPMS warning. These symptoms suggest the rubber is hardening due to age rather than distance, rendering the remaining tread deceptive. The front brake pads also require immediate replacement to prevent damage to the rotors. Additionally, the wiper blades should be checked for condition, as the failure in late 2023 for poor clearing suggests the owner may overlook basic preventative maintenance until a test failure occurs.