2014 Vauxhall Mokka 1.7L Diesel · RO64 EOJ

The most recent DVSA examination on 14 August 2025 recorded a PASS with no defects or advisories noted, which represents a clean bill of roadworthiness at the time of test. Looking at the broader history, the vehicle has demonstrated a stable and consistently maintained trend across recent years, with passes on 7 August 2023 and 31 July 2024 also carrying no recorded advisories. The only blemish in the recent record is a FAIL dated 10 August 2022 with no defects listed, which was quickly rectified with a PASS just seven days later on 17 August 2022. The absence of any advisories regarding items such as brake condition, tyre wear, suspension components, corrosion, or exhaust integrity across multiple consecutive tests is a reassuring indicator that the vehicle has been kept in good mechanical order and has not been presenting borderline wear issues at the point of test. The recorded mileage of 89,606 miles on a 2014 Vauxhall Mokka equates to an annual average of around 7,467 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this age and class. This is neither worryingly high nor indicative of long periods of standing, suggesting the car has seen regular use rather than extreme short journeys or extended inactivity. At this mileage, the engine, transmission, and drivetrain components will have experienced normal in-service wear, and consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and timing chain components will have been subject to typical service intervals. Prospective buyers should be mindful that at approaching 90,000 miles, items such as the clutch, dual mass flywheel if applicable, and ancillary drive components may be approaching the latter stages of their service life, particularly if the vehicle has seen a high proportion of urban or stop-start driving. Given the clean MOT history without advisories, attention should be directed towards age and mileage related deterioration that does not always manifest as an MOT failure. Tyres should be carefully inspected for sidewall perishing or cracking, which occurs due to UV exposure and age rather than simply tread depth, and even tyres with adequate tread may require replacement on a 12 year old vehicle. The 12V battery is highly likely to be approaching or beyond its typical service life, and a failure to start or intermittent electrical faults may be imminent if it has not been recently renewed. Brake discs, particularly on a vehicle that may have spent periods standing, can develop surface corrosion or the calipers may begin to bind, so a test drive should include several firm brake applications from moderate speed to confirm straight-line stopping without pulling or shudder. Listen for any grinding, squealing, or rubbing noises that may indicate seized caliper slide pins or worn pad material. Further physical checks should include a thorough inspection underneath for any fluid leaks from the engine, power steering, or transmission, as well as signs of corrosion on underbody components, floor pans, and suspension arms, given the Mokka's known susceptibility to surface corrosion in these areas. Verify the service book history to confirm that essential items such as the timing chain, brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid have been renewed at the manufacturer specified intervals, as calendar based degradation of these fluids is critical regardless of mileage accumulation. On the test drive, pay close attention to any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or strut top mount bearings, all of which are common wear items on higher mileage Mokka models. Ensure the electronic stability control, tyre pressure monitoring, and dashboard warning lights all illuminate correctly on ignition and extinguish promptly, as the Mokka's electronics can be sensitive to age related faults.