2014 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Petrol · OV14 FBA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive suspension care. The most recent test in May 2026 at 79,991 miles noted a slight play in the offside front strut top mount, an issue that had remained present since the May 2025 test at 79,616 miles. While the car has passed its inspections, the persistence of minor component wear indicates that parts are reaching the end of their functional life. The recorded mileage of 79,991 miles represents an average of approximately 6,666 miles per year, which aligns with typical light usage for a twelve-year-old Vauxhall. The data shows consistent intervals between tests, with roughly 2,500 miles covered between the 2025 and 2026 tests and another 2,500 miles in the preceding year. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, but the age-related degradation of rubber components and metal hardware remains evident in the recorded failure points. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the history highlights recurring issues with wear in this area. The 2024 failure for an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint, combined with previous reports of worn Macpherson strut pins and bushes in 2023, suggests the front end assembly is under significant stress. Additionally, the corroded nearside rear coil spring noted in 2023 should be inspected for fractures or further sagging to ensure the corrosion has not progressed toward structural failure. The deteriorated rear registration plate was a recurring minor concern across three years but appears to have been addressed. Attention should instead be paid to the offside front strut area to confirm that the noted play in the top mount does not indicate wider structural damage to the strut housing. Given the low coolant level reported in 2023, a visual check of the cooling system is also necessary to rule out persistent leaks that may have been overlooked during subsequent MOT tests.