2015 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Petrol · EF15 WOB

A pattern of recurring wear items and intermittent major failures defines this Mokka’s MOT history, with the most recent test on 13 August 2026 recording a pass after the earlier failure on the same day for an ineffective windscreen wiper and a compromised off‑side front lower suspension arm dust cover. Earlier failures have been limited to a side‑repeaters light colour error in 2022, while the bulk of the record consists of advisories on tyre condition, brake disc wear, brake fluid contamination and exhaust flex deterioration. The trend shows that once a defect is identified it is generally rectified for the subsequent test, but the vehicle continues to accrue age‑related wear that surfaces as advisory items each year. At 39,261 miles the Mokka averages roughly 3,600 miles per annum, well below the typical usage rate for a vehicle of its age. Such low mileage points to light on‑road use or periods of inactivity, which can preserve mechanical components but also accelerate rubber ageing and corrosion in exposed parts. The MOT entries show no large mileage jumps between tests, indicating a consistent, modest usage pattern rather than a sudden high‑kilometre stint that might have hidden accelerated wear. When inspecting the suspension, pay particular attention to the off‑side front lower arm and its ball‑joint dust cover; listen for clunking or knocking over bumps and feel for any looseness in the steering column, as the dust cover failure suggests potential ingress of dirt that could accelerate joint wear. The windscreen wiper’s inability to clear the glass on the latest test warrants a functional check of the wiper motor, linkage and blade condition, especially in wet weather. The front tyres are flagged for sidewall cracking, so a visual inspection of the tread depth and sidewall integrity is essential, and any visible perishing should be treated as a replacement cue. Brake system scrutiny should focus on the front discs, which have been repeatedly noted as worn and pitted, and on the brake fluid, which has been recorded as contaminated on three occasions. Verify disc thickness with a micrometer, watch for pedal pulsation or grinding noises under braking, and confirm that the pedal feels firm rather than spongy. A full brake fluid flush is advisable to eliminate any lingering contamination. The 2023 advisory on the front exhaust flex pipe calls for a listening test for rattles or hissing at idle and a visual check for cracks or loosened clamps, as flex pipe deterioration can lead to exhaust leaks. Finally, ensure the side‑repeaters indicator illuminates with the correct colour and intensity, confirming the electrical fault noted in 2022 has been remedied.