2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Diesel · GD66 XOR

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2016 Vauxhall Mokka was conducted on 26 June 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. Reviewing the recent test history, the vehicle has demonstrated a stable maintenance trend, with passes recorded consecutively in 2022, 2024, and 2025, alongside a single failure listed on 24 July 2023. Although the failure on that date does not carry any recorded defect categories in the official record, it is worth noting that a vehicle can fail an MOT for reasons not always fully itemised retrospectively in the public history, such as administrative issues or items rectified prior to retest. The overall picture, however, is one of consistent roadworthiness with no recurring advisories relating to braking components, suspension, tyres, or corrosion, which is reassuring for a prospective buyer. In terms of recorded mileage, the figure of 35,513 miles on a ten-year-old vehicle equates to an annual average of approximately 3,551 miles, which is considerably below the typical usage profile for a vehicle of this age. Such low annual mileage can suggest either predominantly short journeys, light overall use, or extended periods of standing. While lower mileage generally equates to less wear on major drivetrain components, it introduces its own mechanical considerations. Infrequent use can accelerate degradation of certain components that suffer from lack of regular operation, including brake disc corrosion due to moisture accumulation, binding brake calipers from seized pistons, and degradation of rubber and polymer components through age rather than use. Given the clean MOT history and low recorded mileage, a prospective buyer should focus their pre-purchase inspection on age-related rather than wear-related deterioration. The tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with time regardless of tread depth, and any tyres over five years old should be checked for the DOT date code stamped on the sidewall. Brake discs should be visually inspected for surface corrosion, light pitting, or any uneven lipping, and a test drive should include firm braking from speed to confirm the pedal feels firm and the vehicle stops in a straight line without vibration or shudder, which could indicate warped discs from standing or uneven caliper operation. Listen for any suspension clunks or knocking over uneven road surfaces, as bushes and shock absorbers can deteriorate through age even with low mileage, and check for any fluid leaks beneath the vehicle, particularly around the engine sump and suspension turrets. Additional age-appropriate checks should include a load test of the 12-volt battery, as batteries typically require replacement every five to six years regardless of mileage, and verification that all infotainment, lighting, and electronic systems function correctly, given the known prevalence of electrical gremlins in Mokka models of this era. The service history should be examined to confirm that oil and filter changes have been carried out at appropriate calendar intervals even if mileage-based service intervals have not been triggered, and that brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid have been renewed according to time-based schedules. A final roadworthy evaluation should include an exhaust emissions check by listening for any irregular noises from the system and inspecting for corrosion at the joints and mounting points, which can deteriorate from internal moisture accumulation during periods of infrequent use.