2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Diesel · OV16 JOU

The 2016 Vauxhall Mokka presents a notably clean official DVSA MOT history, with the most recent test on 5 August 2025 resulting in a pass and no advisories or defects recorded. It is worth noting, however, that a failure entry is also logged on the same date immediately preceding the pass, which typically indicates the vehicle was repaired and re-submitted within a short window, passing on the same day without defects being formally recorded against the original failure. While this pattern is not necessarily a cause for alarm, it does suggest the vehicle required attention to bring it to a roadworthy standard, and a prospective buyer should clarify what rectification work was carried out. The preceding tests from 2022, 2023, and 2024 all returned clean passes with no advisories, indicating that prior to this most recent cycle the maintenance trend has been stable and consistent. The absence of any recurring advisories relating to suspension, braking, or corrosion across the available history is a positive indicator of the vehicle's overall upkeep. With a recorded mileage of 101,216 miles spread across approximately ten years, this Mokka is averaging around 10,100 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and segment. The mileage progression between MOT tests appears steady rather than erratic, with no obvious gaps suggesting long periods of standing or sudden spikes that might indicate inconsistent use. At this odometer reading, the wear-sensitive components such as the clutch, suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and anti-roll bar linkages will have accumulated considerable fatigue cycles, and while the MOT history does not flag any specific defects in these areas, mechanical sympathy items will naturally be approaching the latter stages of their service life. Given the relatively high mileage and the ten-year age of the vehicle, there are several physical checks that a prospective buyer should prioritise even in the absence of recorded advisories. Tyre condition warrants particular attention, as the sidewalls may be exhibiting perishing or cracking from age even if the tread depth remains within legal limits, and uneven wear across the axle could hint at tracking misalignment or worn suspension components. The braking system should be inspected for corrosion on the disc friction surfaces, particularly around the outer edges and inner hat area, and the calipers should be checked for signs of binding or seized slider pins, which are common on higher-mileage vehicles and can manifest as uneven pulling under braking or a brake shudder felt through the steering wheel. A thorough test drive should focus on listening for suspension clonks over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, as worn anti-roll bar drop links, suspension bushes, and coil springs are typical failure points on Mokka platforms at this age and mileage. Beyond the mechanical consumables, age-related deterioration should be carefully considered. The 12V battery is likely approaching the end of its functional life given the vehicle's age, and a load test or voltage check is advisable before purchase, particularly as cold-weather starting issues commonly arise in older vehicles. Brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid if fitted are hygroscopic and degrade over time regardless of mileage, so verifying the service history and confirming that fluid changes have been carried out at the recommended intervals is essential. Coolant system hoses and the water pump should be inspected for signs of perishing or weeping, and the exhaust system, particularly the rear silencer and mounting rubbers, should be checked for corrosion given its ten years of exposure to road salt and weather. Finally, the underside of the vehicle and structural areas should be examined for any surface corrosion, as while the MOT history does not record any advisories, these may not have manifested as advisories at the time of testing but could develop given the vehicle's age.