2019 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · EX19 UPZ

This 2019 Vauxhall Mokka passed its latest MOT in March 2026, but the advisory list has grown, shifting the overall picture from clean to cautious. Two of the five previous tests were completely defect-free, but the most recent one flags a safety concern and a potential damp issue. The main risk pattern centres on the rear seat belt buckle, which is noted as slightly damaged and sticking. Buckle faults are a recurring theme here: in 2024 the car failed for a missing rear buckle, and the current sticking unit could fail its next test entirely. The overall trend looks to be worsening, but from a low base. After a clean 2025 test, the 2026 check shows three separate advisories. The most serious new warning is mould starting to build up on the back seats, with a blunt note from the tester that if it grows, the car risks a refusal next year. Mould inside a car often points to prolonged damp storage or a leak, which is the hidden risk with this mileage pattern. The car is averaging around 4,775 miles per year, which is low for a 7-year-old. That light use can be fine, but it also raises the chance of the vehicle being left standing for long periods, allowing moisture to build up inside.