2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Diesel · SD66 ACJ
2016 Vauxhall Mokka (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/10/2016. Recorded mileage 103,821 miles. MOT valid until 04/06/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL MOKKA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/08/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,821 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1598cc
SD66 ACJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 103,821 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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SD66 ACJ Mileage History
- 19/06/202483,931 mi
- 19/06/202483,931 mi
- 06/06/202595,270 mi+11,339 mi
- 22/05/2026103,821 mi+8,551 mi
- 22/05/2026103,821 mi
Average of roughly 10,346 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SD66 ACJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Mokka (SD66 ACJ) between June 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dir”; “Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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Our Verdict
Approach with caution and budget for front suspension and tyre work, but the most recent pass shows the car is currently roadworthy. This 2016 diesel Mokka has a mixed MOT record with repeated minor and wearable-item failures that are worth addressing before purchase.
When negotiating, use the two MOT failures as leverage — the May 2026 failure listed both front tyres worn on inner edges and cracked, both front suspension arm ball joint dust covers split, both track rod end dust covers split, and a near-side registration plate lamp out, all of which suggest the front end has been neglected or is reaching wear-out age. Confirm with the seller that the May 2026 pass means these were repaired or replaced, and ask for invoices to prove it rather than taking the pass at face value. A full service history is important on a 1.6 diesel of this mileage; check for cambelt, fuel filter, and oil change records, as these are key on high-mileage diesel Vauxhalls.
As a 1598cc diesel registered in October 2016, this Mokka will typically fall into a moderate VED band for pre-April 2017 diesels and should return reasonable fuel economy for a small SUV, though exact figures are not in the provided data. Insurance group and typical maintenance costs are not detailed here, but wearable items like tyres (215/55 R18) and front suspension components have already shown as weak points in the MOT history, so budget accordingly. Estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance, and typical maintenance is around £1,200-£1,500 given the mileage and recorded wear.
Inspect the front tyres closely for inner-edge wear and cracking as noted in the May 2026 failure at 103,821 miles, and verify they are now legal and even. Check both front suspension arm and track rod end ball joint dust covers for splits or fresh replacement, since all four were flagged as allowing dirt ingress on the same date. Also confirm the near-side registration plate lamp works and look at the rear coil springs for corrosion, as both rears were flagged at 83,931 miles in June 2024 — these may have been changed but should be visually verified.
This black 2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6 diesel (SD66ACJ) shows 103,821 miles as of its May 2026 MOT, which is broadly in line with an eight-year-old family crossover. The history includes two MOT failures in 2024 and 2026, both for wearable and corrosion-related items such as coil springs, tyres, and ball joint dust covers. It has since passed on the same day in May 2026 after those defects were addressed, and the 2025 and 2024 passes (pre-failure) recorded no defects. No aggregate model reliability data is available, so assessment is based purely on this vehicle's own record.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Vauxhall Mokka, so this assessment relies solely on the individual history of SD66ACJ.
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