2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · FA16 PLX

The Vauxhall Mokka’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-28 confirms it remains roadworthy at 76,771 miles, with no defects recorded across the last three consecutive passes. This suggests a stable maintenance pattern over the past year, though the lack of advisories or defects does not preclude hidden wear—particularly in high-wear components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers, which often fail between tests. The absence of recurring faults in the record is reassuring, but the 2024 April test’s near-miss failure (just three miles before the April 4th pass) hints at a narrow margin for error, possibly linked to brake or suspension thresholds. The mileage progression shows consistent usage, averaging around 7,677 miles annually, which aligns with typical wear for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests—roughly 19,000 miles—indicates no prolonged neglect, though the rapid accumulation between April and November 2024 (6,000 miles in seven months) could imply heavier usage, accelerating wear on consumables like tyres, brake pads, and wiper blades. The 2024 April failure at 67,058 miles, just two days before passing at 67,061, suggests the tester may have narrowly missed a minor issue, possibly related to brake binding or suspension alignment. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components—particularly rear bushes and coil springs—due to their tendency to degrade silently over time. The brakes, while not explicitly failed, warrant scrutiny for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle exhibits uneven stopping or a pull to one side. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns should also be checked, as the high mileage since the last test (7,771 miles) may have pushed tread limits. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, is another critical area, as Vauxhall Mokkas from this era are prone to rust progression in wet conditions. No advisories in the record mean these checks are not mandatory, but they are essential for assessing long-term reliability.