2017 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Petrol · NG66 PSZ

The Vauxhall Mokka’s MOT history presents a clean but irregular picture of roadworthiness, with the most recent test in December 2025 at 66,442 miles passing without defects—a positive indicator. However, the repeated failures on the same test date in June 2025 (65,992 miles) and August 2024 (59,468 miles) suggest administrative or procedural issues rather than mechanical ones, as no defects were recorded in either instance. The absence of advisories or major faults in the last three tests implies the vehicle has remained structurally sound and mechanically compliant, though the pattern of duplicate entries raises questions about the accuracy or consistency of previous testing. No recurring defects point to neglect, but the lack of advisories also means there’s no clear evidence of proactive maintenance beyond basic compliance. Mileage accumulation has been steady and typical for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging around 7,382 miles per year—a rate that aligns with moderate use without excessive wear. The gaps between tests are notable, however: nearly four months between the June 2025 failures and the December 2025 pass, and a six-month gap between the August 2024 failures and the next test. This irregularity could reflect infrequent testing rather than mechanical issues, but it does mean the car may have spent extended periods unchecked. The absence of rapid mileage spikes or drops suggests no aggressive driving or prolonged inactivity, which would otherwise stress components like suspension bushes, brake discs, or timing belts. For a buyer, the primary focus should be on components not covered by the MOT but critical to long-term reliability. Given the clean history, suspension components—such as coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings—should be inspected for wear or corrosion, particularly if the car has been driven on uneven roads. Brake system health, including caliper binding or uneven disc wear, should be verified, as the MOT does not always catch early signs of brake deterioration. Structural integrity, especially around wheel arches and sills, should be checked for hidden corrosion, a common issue in older models exposed to UK weather. Finally, while the MOT record shows no emissions-related failures, a pre-purchase inspection of the exhaust system and DPF (if fitted) is advisable to confirm no underlying issues have developed since the last test.