2013 Vauxhall Mokka 1.7L Diesel · OV63 LVB

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and braking components. While it passed the most recent test in July 2025 at 87,199 miles, new defects including thin rear inner brake pads and a corroded nearside rear coil spring emerged alongside previously unaddressed issues. The recurring presence of a defective parking brake lever across multiple years suggests a mechanical wear in the adjustment mechanism that the previous owner consistently opted to ignore rather than rectify. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year, which is typical for a thirteen-year-old road car. The data shows regular intervals of roughly 4,000 to 6,000 miles between annual tests from 2022 through 2025. This low usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy strain, but the low mileage does not mask the age-related degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the deterioration of the ball joint dust covers noted in the earlier records. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the ball joint dust covers were flagged for damage in 2023 and caused a failure in 2024. These components should be checked for play or grease leakage to prevent steering geometry failure. The corroded nearside rear coil spring identified in the July 2025 test requires immediate visual confirmation to ensure the rust has not compromised its structural integrity. Furthermore, the non-excessive oil leak reported in 2024 should be monitored to determine if it is a minor weeping gasket or a developing seal failure that will eventually require expensive intervention.