2015 Vauxhall Mokka 1.7L Diesel · LC13 AAC

The 2015 Vauxhall Mokka most recently passed its MOT on 31 January 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, representing a clean test outcome and an encouraging return to a defect-free condition. The previous test in January 2025 noted a minor advisory regarding a deteriorated offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover, while the February 2024 test flagged slight play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. These two advisories relate to entirely different but interconnected areas of the front suspension and steering geometry, and although neither resulted in a failure, a prospective buyer should note that both have now fallen outside the three-year advisory visibility window. The overall trajectory suggests a vehicle that has been maintained to a satisfactory standard, with no recurring failure patterns or structural concerns emerging across five consecutive tests. With 76,465 miles recorded over approximately eleven years, this Mokka has covered around 6,951 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and segment. There is no evidence in the MOT history of unusually low mileage suggesting prolonged periods of standing, nor any indication of excessively high annual accumulation that might point to motorway use. This average usage pattern implies moderate wear on consumable components such as tyres, brake pads, discs, and clutch components, and the vehicle is unlikely to have suffered from the particular corrosion and oil-seal issues that can afflict very low mileage cars left idle for long periods. The annual mileage also means that time-based servicing items, such as brake fluid, coolant, and cambelt replacement, will have been due according to calendar intervals rather than purely by mileage. Given the minor advisory recorded in 2025 regarding the track rod end dust cover, a buyer should pay particular attention to the condition of the front steering and suspension on a test drive. With the dust cover now outside the advisory window, it is worth inspecting both track rod end boots for splits, perishing, or grease loss, as a deteriorated cover will allow water and grit to enter the joint and accelerate wear. Listen for any knocking or clonking from the front wheels when traversing speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, and check for uneven front tyre wear, particularly on the inside or outside shoulders, which can indicate worn suspension components. The earlier advisory concerning slight play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint is also worth investigating by hand on a pre-purchase inspection, asking a technician to check for any developed movement in the joint and assessing the condition of the lower arm bushes generally, as these are known wear items on the Mokka platform. Beyond the recorded advisories, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants a thorough age-appropriate check of items not always captured on an MOT test. The tyres should be examined closely for sidewall cracking or perishing, which can occur on vehicles of this vintage regardless of remaining tread depth, and the wheels should be inspected for any signs of binding calipers or uneven brake pad wear following the test drive. The 12-volt battery is approaching the end of its typical service life and should be load-tested, while the brake fluid and coolant should be verified as recently replaced according to manufacturer schedules, as fluid degradation occurs with calendar age. A complete service history should be requested to confirm timing belt or chain replacement intervals have been observed, and a thorough underbody inspection is advisable to check for any developing corrosion, particularly around the rear axle, exhaust mounting points, and subframe areas common to Mokka models of this generation.