2013 Vauxhall Mokka 1.7L Diesel · MW63 TFE

The 2013 Vauxhall Mokka presents a stable and largely improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 3 April 2026 at 61,417 miles. That most recent test was not entirely free of defects, but the advisory items are minor and typical for the vehicle's age. Both front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and on their inner edges, a common sign of prolonged under-injection or misaligned tracking. The tester also flagged worn front suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides, though neither was causing excessive movement at the time of test. A more notable concern was the advisory for a corroded nearside rear coil spring, a structural component that demands closer inspection given the potential risk of sudden fracture. The mileage profile tells a clear story of very light use. Over thirteen years the Mokka has covered just 61,417 miles, averaging roughly 4,724 miles per year. The record shows a gap of nearly fourteen months between the December 2022 test at 51,038 miles and the next test in March 2024 at 54,748 miles, during which only about 3,710 miles were added. The subsequent year to April 2025 saw a similar accumulation of roughly 3,400 miles. This pattern suggests the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary, which can accelerate rubber perishing and localised corrosion of underbody components, even while limiting overall mechanical wear. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas the MOT record has repeatedly touched. The rear brake pads were found below 1.5 mm in the failed test of 3 April 2025, and while they were evidently replaced before the clean pass a year later, it is worth confirming the condition of the rear calipers and discs for any tendency to bind or uneven wear. The corroded nearside rear coil spring flagged in 2026 warrants a close visual check for cracking or advanced pitting, as a fractured spring can compromise handling and structural integrity. The worn front suspension bushes and arm pins, noted as advisory in the latest test, should be checked for play, since degradation here will accelerate tyre wear and affect steering precision. The tyre history also deserves attention. Both rear tyres were flagged for cracking and perishing in December 2022, and the front tyres were close to the legal limit in April 2026. This recurring pattern across different axles suggests either a history of neglecting replacement intervals or prolonged standing on aged rubber. A buyer should verify the age codes on all four tyres and the spare, replacing any that are more than six years old regardless of remaining tread. Overall, the Mokka's low mileage and improving test record are encouraging, but the corrosion advisory and repeated tyre wear point to a vehicle that has been lightly used rather than meticulously maintained.