2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · HV66 FXP

The 2016 Vauxhall Mokka presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 11 February 2026 at 35,387 miles passing with zero defects. The preceding test on 25 September 2024 at 34,199 miles also passed with no advisories or failures, and the 2022 test on 21 September 2022 at 25,318 miles followed the same pattern. The only anomaly in the record is a failed test on 28 September 2023 at 30,564 miles, yet notably this failure lists no defects, suggesting either an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault, as the car passed cleanly on the same day. This is a vehicle that has consistently presented as mechanically sound across every recorded inspection. At roughly 3,539 miles per year, the Mokka has covered significantly less than the UK average of approximately 7,000 to 8,000 miles annually for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression tells a consistent story: from 25,318 miles in September 2022 to 30,564 miles by September 2023, representing roughly 5,246 miles in that twelve-month window, then slowing to 3,635 miles over the following year to reach 34,199 by September 2024, and finally adding just 1,188 miles in the sixteen months to February 2026. That sharp drop in the most recent period raises the possibility of extended standing time, which can introduce its own concerns around deteriorated rubber components, brake surface corrosion, and stale fuel. Despite the absence of any flagged defects, the low annual mileage and recent slowdown in usage warrant a careful physical inspection. A buyer should examine the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as rubber degrades with time regardless of tread depth. Brake discs and pads should be checked for surface corrosion from prolonged stationary periods, particularly on the rear calipers where binding can develop silently. Suspension bushes, track rod ends, and drop links deserve close scrutiny, as infrequent use can cause these components to dry and perish rather than wear evenly. The exhaust system, including the catalytic converter and lambda sensors, should be assessed for any signs of moisture ingress or internal corrosion from short-trip running patterns. The underbody and sills should be inspected for structural corrosion, as the Mokka's platform is not immune to rust in subframe mounting points and inner wing seams, particularly if the vehicle has spent periods standing on damp ground. The engine oil and coolant condition should be verified, as infrequent use can lead to moisture accumulation and reduced effectiveness of fluid service intervals. Overall, the MOT record is reassuring, but the usage pattern demands a buyer who looks beyond the paperwork and inspects the specific vulnerabilities that low-mileage, intermittently driven vehicles tend to develop.