2017 Vauxhall Mokka 1.4L Petrol · RE17 OHT

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT test on 30 May 2026 at 106,140 miles. While the car maintained a clean record in previous years, the maintenance trend has shifted from stable to rapidly worsening. The most recent failure highlights multiple critical safety and mechanical issues involving the front suspension, tyres, and a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system. This suggests a significant lack of preventative maintenance in the last twelve months since the successful 2025 test. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,800 miles per year. Between the May 2022 test at 60,304 miles and the May 2026 failure at 106,140 miles, the car covered over 46,000 miles, indicating steady and regular use. However, the sudden appearance of multiple mechanical failures in the latest test suggests that components are now reaching the end of their functional life simultaneously, rather than being proactively addressed during the annual service intervals. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension geometry, as the tester flagged both nearside and offside Macpherson strut top mounts as excessively worn alongside a torn ball joint dust cover on the offside front arm. These defects indicate significant wear that could lead to steering instability or premature uneven tyre wear. The recurring oil leak noted in 2023 and 2024 requires a close look to determine if it is a minor weeping seal issue or a more serious gasket leak that has worsened. Furthermore, the failure on two tyres with 3mm tread and edge wear confirms the previous owner ignored basic consumable requirements until they reached the legal limit.