2018 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · OO53 DEN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a worsening trend regarding deferred maintenance on mechanical components. While it passed the most recent test on 15 August 2025 at 47,642 miles, the record reveals a persistent pattern of recurring faults that remain unaddressed. Specifically, the exhaust flexi section leak and oil leak have persisted through every annual inspection since 2023. The 2025 failure due to an ineffective wiper and thin brake pads suggests that repairs are only undertaken when prompted by failure rather than through preventative maintenance. At 47,642 miles over eight years, the Mokka has a low annual mileage average of approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the timeline, showing a gap of 5,929 miles between August 2023 and 2024, and another 6,76 miles thereafter. However, the low mileage appears to correlate with the degradation of materials, such as the perishing tyres and cracking rubber noted in 2023 and 2024, which often indicates the vehicle sits stationary for long periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The tester has repeatedly flagged worn shock absorber top mounts and deteriorated suspension arm bushes, indicating the front end geometry is nearing its service limit. The distorted inner rims on both the nearside front and rear wheels suggest a history of significant impacts or kerbing, which may have affected wheel alignment. Furthermore, the front brake discs are consistently noted as pitted or scored, and the inner pads reached a critical limit in the latest test. The exhaust flexi leak is a known long-term issue that will eventually require a full section replacement to prevent further emissions failures and noise.