2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · DS16 FMM

A largely clean and unremarkable MOT record supports the roadworthiness credentials of this 2016 Vauxhall Mokka, with four consecutive passes on the public record and only one advisory-style failure to its name. The single defect, an offside rear tyre suffering a structural tear flagged as dangerous on 8 June 2026, was rectified at the same test, after which the vehicle subsequently passed with no defects recorded. The earlier tests from 2023, 2024 and 2025 all returned clean sheets, indicating a stable mechanical picture with no recurring advisories on suspension, braking, corrosion or exhaust components. For a ten year old crossover, this level of consistency in MOT outcomes is a positive indicator that the core safety-critical systems have remained within tolerance throughout the vehicle's recent life. The recorded mileage of 39,846 against a ten year age profile equates to an average of roughly 3,985 miles annually, which sits well below the typical usage rate for a vehicle of this class and age. Such low accumulation can reflect a second car, short urban journeys, or extended periods of inactivity between uses. Mechanically, lower mileage reduces wear on high cycle components such as the clutch, drivetrain and engine internals, but it does place greater emphasis on items that degrade through age rather than use, including rubber suspension bushes, coolant hoses, brake seals, drivebelt rubber and underbody corrosion protection. The MOT record shows no advisories relating to perishing components, suggesting these age-related items are presently in serviceable condition, although a thorough physical inspection is still worthwhile given the modest annual use. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded advisories on the braking system is encouraging, but given the low annual mileage, the brake calipers, flexible hoses, and slider pins should still be inspected for corrosion and seizure, as these can bind after long periods of light use. On a test drive, listen for any scraping, grinding or uneven pull under moderate braking, which can indicate pad material transferring to the discs or uneven caliper operation. The suspension should be assessed for knocking or clonking over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front strut mounts and rear torsion beam bushes, both known wear items on Mokka platforms of this era. The steering should feel precise with no excess play or vibration through the wheel at speed, and the tyres themselves, beyond the recorded structural failure, should be examined for even wear across the tread, as misalignment from infrequent use can cause shoulder wear. Given the very low mileage, the buyer should pay particular attention to fluid condition and service history, as long intervals between use can lead to moisture accumulation in engine oil, brake fluid degradation, and the 12V battery struggling to hold charge if the vehicle is used only intermittently. It is worth confirming when the timing belt, if fitted, was last replaced, as age-based replacement intervals apply regardless of mileage. A scan for any stored fault codes, a check for oil leaks around the camshaft cover and turbo plumbing on diesel variants, and a thorough inspection of the underbody for surface corrosion will round out the assessment. The clean MOT history provides a solid foundation, but the low usage pattern warrants these additional age-related checks before purchase.