2016 Vauxhall Mokka 1.6L Diesel · SM16 FEE

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While it passed its most recent test on 1 June 2026 at 95,442 miles, it failed just three weeks prior due to a critical engine malfunction light failure. The presence of an engine rattling noise and an oil leak in the passing record indicates that mechanical issues remain unresolved despite the vehicle passing. This suggests the owner is only addressing faults when necessary to secure an MOT certificate rather than monitoring ongoing engine health. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in records between December 2023 (74,401 miles) and April 2025 (83,685 miles), where the car covered nearly 10,000 miles in sixteen months. The failure in April 2025 revealed a neglect of front-end components, specifically a worn suspension arm bush, steering ball joint, and exposed tyre cords, indicating that components were driven to failure point during that interval. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the engine to diagnose the reported rattling noise, which could signify a timing chain stretch or internal component wear. The recurring oil leak noted in June 2026 requires close scrutiny to determine if it is a minor gasket or a more significant seal failure. Given the previous failure of the steering linkage and the current pitting on the front brake discs, the entire front assembly should be checked for excessive play and corrosion. The functionality of the engine management indicator light must also be verified to ensure the inoperative fault has been properly rectified.